BELTS AND BELT PLATES OF THE U.S. NAVY AND MARINE CORPS 1780-1941. Illustrates the belts and belt plates worn by U.S. naval officers of all ranks from the Navy's founding through World War II. Addresses the belts and plates worn by the U.S. Marine Corps through the 19th century, with a separate chapter on those worn by Confederate naval officers during the Civil War. These historic items, from private collectors and museums throughout the country, are presented in color and include most, if not all, of the belt plate designs worn by these three services. Excellent. H/C. 122p.