Japanese Type 92 Radio from Saipan

[Ryukyutunnelrat]

Aloha all,

Just wanted to share something that I found today. I bought this radio several months ago, got it and put it away. Well, today I happen to pull it out took it outside and decided to clean it up a little. While I was cleaning it, I noticed all the writing on the back side of the radio which I thought was pretty damn kewl. looking closely you can see that it is infact period done. Here is what is written on the back:

First Row: Saipan July 7 1944 - Garapan
Second Row: Capt Harry E. Savely U.S.M.C.R 022640
Third Row: VAMPHCORPS - F.M.F. PAC. then a Logo

Now can anyone here tell me what the logo inscribed signifies? I guess you had to mark your souvenir so no one stole it. thanks and enjoy. David.

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[Ryukyutunnelrat]

You can see the writing on the back flap.

[RussellM]

Can't help with the details David, but that is a great item!! Would be an interesting person to research as well.

Regards

Russ

[Striking 9th]

Great item David!!!!

[Paul G]

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[Jareth]

Great item David! Terrific photos too!

[Geoff Ward]

Emblem

I cannot say for sure,but the emblem I believe indicates the emblem of a radio operator. The arrow and lightning bolt are also a component of the German radio operators insignia.I am not sure if this is a world wide theme.Nice find !!!G.

[Ryukyutunnelrat]

Thanks all for the comments. Always neat to find something like this on a standard type item. Thanks again. David.