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Arabic Basic Arithmetic Instruction Booklet for Soldiers – Syria, Damascus 1967 (Pre–Six Day War) - Educational booklet for basic literacy and arithmetic in Arabic, from the series ”Teaching the Illiterate”, produced within a military framework. The opening addresses the reader directly: “O brave soldier”, accompanied by illustrations of soldiers, rifles, and counting exercises adapted to a military environment. Published by the Department of General Education and Moral Guidance, associated with Syrian military educational and ideological structures. The cover features a striking period graphic design: a two-tone composition (black/brown), depicting a helmeted soldier reading a book, combined with a stylized flame/torch motif symbolizing enlightenment and guidance. The bold Arabic typography integrates a simple arithmetic equation into the design. Includes illustrated tables, arithmetic exercises, and practical examples. The back cover shows a map of the region/world without the State of Israel, reflecting the cartographic conventions of the Arab world at the time. Printed in Damascus, dated March 4, 1967, shortly before the Six-Day War. Details: 32 pages Size: 23 × 17 cm Original softcover Condition: Fair to good condition; age wear, staining, light creasing; complete and legible.