WW2 Japanese Nambu Type 14 | Edward Cahill | Veteran Bring-Back

Published on April 7, 2021
Duration: 29:36

This video details a World War II veteran's bring-back of a Japanese Nambu Type 14 pistol. The presenter, honoring Sergeant Edward Cahill, provides an in-depth examination of the Nambu, its clamshell holster, and various other artifacts brought back from the Pacific Theater, including battle flags, personal items, and medals. The presentation highlights the pistol's manufacturing details, its condition, and the historical context of its capture.

Quick Summary

The Japanese Nambu Type 14 is a semi-automatic pistol produced from 1925 to 1945, serving as a standard sidearm for the Imperial Japanese forces in WWII. Its clamshell holster, often with brass fittings, protected the firearm. Serial numbers like '18' indicate the year 1943, and larger trigger guards were a feature for use with winter gloves.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Introduction: Veteran Bring-Back Story
  2. 00:34Honoring Sergeant Edward Cahill
  3. 01:42Pacific Theater: 77th Infantry Division
  4. 02:46Japanese Nambu Type 14 Introduction
  5. 03:52Nambu Type 14 Origin: Philippines
  6. 04:04Sergeant Cahill's Service: Guam & Leyte
  7. 04:41Japanese Battle Flag Capture
  8. 05:27Okinawa Campaign
  9. 06:16Nambu Type 14 Capture Details
  10. 06:50Clamshell Holster Examination
  11. 07:31Nambu Type 14 Pistol Inspection
  12. 07:43Large Trigger Guard Feature
  13. 07:57Nagoya Factory & Date Code
  14. 08:44Magazine Matching & Variations
  15. 09:53Nambu Type 14 Operation
  16. 10:40Firing Pin Inspection & Breakage
  17. 11:59Baby Nambu Comparison
  18. 12:55Other Bring-Back Items
  19. 13:27Rare Capture Paper for Nambu
  20. 14:32MP Designation & Occupation Duty
  21. 15:05Photos of Buddies & Unit
  22. 15:32Okinawa Bunker Hideout
  23. 16:14Okinawa Battlefield Aerial Photos
  24. 16:31Dog Tags & Marksmanship Badges
  25. 16:541911 Colt Carry Evidence
  26. 17:11Unit Patch & Bracelet
  27. 17:36Campaigns: Guam, Philippines, Okinawa
  28. 17:40Bronze Stars & Arrowhead Device
  29. 18:18Campaign & Service Medals
  30. 19:01Good Conduct Medal
  31. 19:26New York State Service Cross
  32. 19:48Liberation of the Philippines Medal
  33. 20:54Army of the Occupation of Japan Medal
  34. 21:14Souvenirs from Japan/Okinawa
  35. 22:26Japanese Geisha Picture Album
  36. 23:03Friendship Item from Okinawa/Japan
  37. 23:45Letter from Veterans Administration
  38. 24:35List of Medals Received
  39. 24:4277th Infantry Division Newsletter
  40. 25:07Telegram Regarding Father's Surgery
  41. 25:57Bronze Star Citation: Okinawa Operation
  42. 27:02Draftsman Background
  43. 27:39Japanese Bayonet
  44. 27:54Inert Grenade Souvenir
  45. 28:18Bomb Fuse Components
  46. 29:14Tribute to Sergeant Edward Cahill

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Japanese Nambu Type 14 pistol?

The Japanese Nambu Type 14 is a semi-automatic pistol produced by the Japanese Empire between 1925 and 1945. It was the standard sidearm for the Imperial Japanese Army and Navy during World War II, known for its distinctive appearance and often associated with Japanese officers.

What is a clamshell holster for the Nambu Type 14?

A clamshell holster for the Nambu Type 14 is a hard-sided holster designed to protect the pistol, named for its hinged, two-part construction resembling a clam shell. These holsters often feature brass fittings and were common for Japanese sidearms during World War II.

What does the serial number '18' on a Nambu Type 14 indicate?

On a Japanese Nambu Type 14, a serial number '18' typically refers to the 18th year of the reigning Emperor's era. For pistols manufactured during the Showa era, this corresponds to 1943 in the Gregorian calendar, indicating the year of production.

Why were larger trigger guards used on some Nambu Type 14 pistols?

Larger trigger guards were adapted for some Nambu Type 14 pistols to accommodate the use of winter gloves. This design feature allowed soldiers to operate the pistol more easily and safely while wearing thicker gloves in colder climates.

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