This scarce, bilingual publication offers a comprehensive overview of the Union of South Africa's military capabilities at the onset of World War II, featuring parallel text in English and Afrikaans. Compiled and edited by Colonel H.F. Trew, a former District Commandant of the South African Police and a noted military author, the book provides detailed insights into various branches including artillery, aviation, and naval forces, punctuated by striking Art Deco-style illustrations and historical photographs. This specific copy is in fair to good vintage condition, showing some age-related wear and discoloration to the cream-colored boards, minor bumping and fraying at the corners and spine ends, and light foxing to the internal pages, though the binding remains secure and the illustrations bright and legible.