Author Description

Every Ring Tells a Story, Friendly and Useful Advice for Both Novice and Avid Collectors Military Rings are a unique facet of war memorabilia. German & Spanish Military Rings spans World War I and II, the Spanish Civil War, and the rise of the Nazi party. In this book, both the new collector and avid enthusiast will find a rich variety of rare and spectacular rings—each connected to a geographic area, a campaign, an ideology, a unit, a memorable event, or accomplishment. Superb illustrations and informative text about the medals and tokens awarded to German and Spanish combatants provide a unique and compelling look at military history. Through the author’s inspired linking of military artifacts with historic events, you will: • Gain new insights into the rise of populism and the conflicts of social ideology in the lead-up to two world wars; • Learn about women’s role under Fascist dictators Franco and Hitler; • Find sound advice on authenticating, managing, securing and dispersing your collection; • Better understand the way the Nazis used a combination of terror propaganda, and coercion to gain total control of German society; • Discover ways of sharing your own trove with your community through exhibits, displays, speaking engagements, and article writing.