Summer 2004

   The American Numismatic Association offers MPC training.. The basic Military Numismatics course emphasizes World War II, plus all series of military payment certificates (MPCs). Worldwide war-related emissions by all powers (Allied, Axis, and neutral) are treated, including those for overrun areas and puppet governments, fighting forces, liberation governments, and post- war occupations. Paper money, bonds, coins, and medals are covered. Conflicts since WWII are covered lightly. The segment on MPCs is about 30% of the course, and covers all aspects of their production, use, and collection.

   For students who have completed the basic Military Numismatics Course (or have permission of the instructors) an advanced "graduate seminar" style class runs concurrently with the basic class. Students work independently on projects tailored to individual interests while still participating in the special "Fest" reenactments of the class. Graduate students are guided by Schwan, Boling and other guest instructors.

Instructors: Joseph E. Boling and C. Frederick Schwan, co-authors "World War II Remembered, history in your hands -- a numismatic study" and "World War II Military Currency."Questions? Call the Seminar Office at 800-367-9723 ext. 126 or e-mail education@money.org

Registration Form

   Applications for scholarships to the ANA Military Numismatics Courses at the American Numismatic Association Summer Seminar in Colorado Springs,  Colo., are now being accepted .Anyone having a passion for military numismatics is invited to apply for a scholarship. The selection committee will award scholarships based on information and responses to questions in the application. Preference will be given to "basic course," first-time applications. the award of a scholarship carries a maximum value of $1,000: $579 covers tuition, which includes the June 26-July 2 class, a room in Loomis Dormitory (double occupancy) for six nights (Saturday to Friday), meals and free airport shuttles to and from the Colorado Springs Airport. The scholarship will also pay for airfare up to a maximum of $421. Anyone awarded a scholarship will be required to join the ANA at the individual expensive if not already a member. Applicants must have their applications to Marcus Turner, Scholarship Chairman of the Military Numismatics Scholarship Fund, by March 14.

   Inquiries or applications may be addressed to Marcus Turner, 8103 East U.S. highway 36, Suite 163, Avon, IN 46123; e-mail maturner@indy.rr.com.