The Book of Mormon (1943)

5b, 1943 WW11 edition

Description

The Book of Mormon is a sacred text of the Latter-day Saint movement. It tells the story of ancient prophets who lived on the American continent from approximately 2200 BC to 421 AD. The book begins with the family of Lehi, who left Jerusalem around 600 BC and traveled to the Americas. Over time, their descendants split into two main groups: the Nephites and the Lamanites.

The narrative includes:

• Teachings about Jesus Christ, including a visit He makes to the Americas after His resurrection.

• Moral lessons on faith, repentance, and salvation.

• Prophecies and accounts of wars, leadership struggles, and spiritual revelations.

The final prophet, Moroni, compiles and hides the records, which were later revealed to Joseph Smith in the 1820s. Smith translated them into what is now the Book of Mormon.

The 1943 military edition emphasized faith, hope, and perseverance—messages that resonated deeply with soldiers during wartime.

Notes

Navy hardback pocket edition printed for military personal, intact, very fine condiiton