This is a specific reference/educational card from the 1991 Desert Storm trading card set: "Unit Sizes – A." Unlike cards featuring leaders or equipment, this card illustrates military organizational concepts, using visual aids to explain the composition and scale of different armored units (likely from squad/platoon up to brigade level) within the U.S. military structure during the Gulf War.
Card Details:
Set: 1991 Desert Storm Trading Cards (Topps or similar producer).
Card Title: "Unit Sizes – A"
Image: Features a dramatic silhouette of an M1 Abrams tank or Bradley Fighting Vehicle against a stylized, lightning-streaked sky, symbolizing the speed and power of armored formations.
Content: The reverse side would contain explanatory text and diagrams breaking down the hierarchy and typical vehicle count for U.S. Army armored units.
Purpose: Part of the set's goal to educate the public on military tactics and organization during the war.
Condition:
The card is in Near Mint condition, typical for cards from a set that was often collected and stored as a complete series. It will have sharp corners and a clean surface.
Collector's Significance:
Educational Focus: Represents the unique, informative aspect of this non-sports set, making it more than just a picture collection.
Military History: A tangible piece of declassified military reference material presented to the public.
Complete Set Building: An essential card for anyone assembling the full Desert Storm series.
Perfect for: The military history enthusiast, non-sports card collector, or Desert Storm completist. It's a card that offers a deeper understanding of the conflict's mechanics.
A card that teaches as well as commemorates, highlighting the structure behind the fighting force.