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Campaign Furniture

CAMPAIGN STYLE

Sometimes called “knock-down” furniture, campaign furniture was designed to be folded, collapsed, taken apart and packed flat to load onto a ship or a camel’s back. Although mobile furniture for military campaigns dates back to the Romans, the British Army in its global conquests in the 18th and 19th centuries defined the style with sturdy and elegant pieces. Even in a tent thousands of miles from London, a four-poster bed, dining table and seating could simulate the comforts of home.

Antique and vintage campaign-style furniture was also initially designed as propaganda. The mahogany and teak structures were part of a purposeful demonstration of power in these campaigns, with the colonizing military officers imposing their culture and view of what they considered “civilized” on a given land and its peoples. Designers and manufacturers including Thomas Butler, Ross & Co. of Dublin, and Morgan & Sanders contributed to the rapid production of this furniture as the British Empire expanded through Africa, Asia and Australia.

Campaign furniture was utilitarian as well as refined, fitted with recessed brass handles and brass angles on stackable chests and other case pieces to protect vulnerable corners. The Wellington chest was one of the most famous pieces to come out of this style, named for the Duke of Wellington, who slept in his campaign bed long after his battles were over.

The flexibility of campaign-style furniture would influence 20th-century Scandinavian modernists such as Kaare Klint, Mogens Koch and Arne Norell. For his 1930s Safari chair, Klint drew on the simple Roorkhee chair, named for a town in northern India. The lightweight and adaptable campaign-style seat was created in the late 19th century and had no fixed joinery. The Roorkhee’s influence can also be seen in the Wassily chair, a pared-down work of tubular metal and durable canvas conceived by legendary Bauhaus instructor Marcel Breuer.

Now, 21st-century designers like Jomo Tariku and Dokter and Misses are creating pieces that recognize the contributions of African artisans to campaign furniture in order to reframe this style without overlooking its difficult past.

Find a collection of authentic antique and vintage campaign bedroom furniture, chairs, decorative objects and other pieces on 1stDibs.

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Style: Campaign
Period: 20th Century
Pair of French Campaign-Style Leather Folding Chairs with Faux-Bamboo Frames
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Campaign-Style Leather Folding Chairs with Faux-Bamboo Frames.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Henredon Display Cabinets Etageres Vitrines Scene One Campaign, Set of 4
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Set of 4 1980's Henredon scene One campaign style Curio Display Cabinets Etageres...
Category

1980s Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique circa 1920 Light Oak Military Campaign Chest of Drawers with Drop Front
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely circa 1920 Art Deco period English oak and brass Military Campaign chest of drawers with drop front top drawer. This is a nicely mad...
Category

1920s English Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Lovely Vintage Harrods Kennedy Military Campaign Console Table Sideboard Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage circa REH Kennedy, Harrods London retailed, Military Campaign three drawer console table / sideboard A very good looking we...
Category

20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Stained Walnut and Brass Open Campaign Bookshelf
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid Century Stained Walnut and Brass fittings Open Campaign Bookshelf / Etagere Measures 19" in width, 15" in depth and 25" in height.
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Bespoke Charlotte Horstmann Rosewood and Brass Campaign Chairs, C. 1950s
By Charlotte Horstmann
Located in Peabody, MA
A bespoke pair of campaign chairs in rosewood and brass by the renowned Hong Kong antiques dealer Charlotte Horstmann, circa 1950s.
Category

1950s Hong Kong Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Rattan Campaign Ficks Reed Far Horizons End Table W/Tile Top by John Wisner
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage rattan Campaign Style Ficks Reed Far Horizons Collection end table with tile top designed by John Wisner. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The tile has been caulked and it has a fresh coat of Danish oil. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century. NOTE: If you love this rattan Ficks Reed Far Horizons Collection by John Wisner end table. NOTE: Shipping is possible via parcel which may reduce shipping costs. Exotic, Incredible, and Ficks Reed!!! This is a fabulous rectangular end table by John Wisner for Ficks Reed. It is comprised of a stout rattan base, and it features a wonderful white tile top including three tiles with black painted Asian designs of fans and symbols… it’s absolutely BEAUTIFUL!! This end table is from Ficks Reed’s Far Horizons collection by John Wisner which was introduced in 1954. It is designed with sturdy and stylish crossbars with rattan ties on the corners on all four sides of the coffee table. And the design of this awesome Campaign style end table is classic allowing it to work with many decor aesthetics and styles from traditional to mid-century modern. It will be wonderful in your living room next to a lounge chair or in the family room aside a comfortable chaise or loveseat. Or, maybe on its own in an entry or hallway adorned with foliage. The Ficks Reed Furniture Company was originally established by Louis Ficks as the National Carriage and Reed Company in 1885. For over 125 years they built their reputation manufacturing high quality furniture using wicker...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Rattan

PAIR OF VINTAGE CAMPHOR WOOD MILITARY CAMPAIGN BEDSIDE TABLE NIGHTSTAND DRAWERs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of original mid century circa 1950's Camphor wood with gilt brass fixings bedside table n...
Category

1950s English Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

WW2 SILVER PLATED ROYAL CANADiAN ORDNANCE CORPS BADGE ON CIGARETTE CASE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely WW2 silver plated Royal Canadian Ordnance Corps A very good looking well-made vintage piece, it...
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20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

Exceptional Pair of Campaign Style Folding Chairs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome pair of Mid-Century mahogany folding chairs. The seats are soft, brown leather sling style with the backs being adjustable to four posi...
Category

Mid-20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Leather

Hardwood Campaign Brass Bound Chest of Two Short and Two Long Drawers
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Early 20th century hardwood campaign brass bound chest of two short and two long drawers with sunken brass handles, raised upon out swept feet.
Category

Early 20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Yellow and White Campaign Nightstand
By Campaigner
Located in Redding, CT
Yellow and White Campaign Nightstand. Classic two drawer stand. Perfect for a kids room.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Antique Military Campaign Style Bedside Chests
Located in London, GB
A fantastic pair of antique military campaign style bedside chests. They were made in England, and date from around the 1930’s. They are of superb quality and are a lovely size, per...
Category

1930s British Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Wrought Iron Cerule Bench With Bronze Pommels, Circa 1920s
Located in Peabody, MA
Wrought iron campaign style cerule bench with velvet seat, silk fringe accents and large bronze pommels, circa 1920s.
Category

1920s Unknown Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid-20th Century Tortoise-Bamboo and Rattan Headboards -- A Pair
Located in Austin, TX
Timeless chic! I love LOVE these headboards! A palette of browns, khakis, ochres and a touch of black, these one-of-a-kind headboards will bring a beaut...
Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Campaign Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Pair of Mid Century Teak Campaign Style Cubical Side Tables Chests
Located in Germantown, MD
A very unique Pair of Mid Century Teak Campaign Style Cubical Side Tables Chests. Measure 17" in width, 17" in depth and stand 17" tall.
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Campaign Furniture

Materials

Wood

VINTAGE YEW WOOD & GREEN LEATHER MiLITARY CAMPAIGN SIDE TABLE LEATHER SLIP TRAY
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this sublime vintage Bachelors chest with butlers serving tray and Military Campaign drawers. Please note t...
Category

Mid-20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Leather, Yew

British Campaign Rosewood Chest of Drawers, Early 1900s
Located in Nantucket, MA
British campaign chest of drawers in rosewood from the early 1900s. In classic campaign style, the chest is in two parts to allow for easier transportation complete with flush brass ...
Category

Early 20th Century Campaign Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Old Painted Wood & Riveted Metal Campaign Style Folding Chair / Stool
Located in Rochester, NY
Wood and metal campaign style folding chair in as found beautifully aged deep green and red paint w/ great old alligatored surface. Metal riveted hinges / metal riveted top rail / ca...
Category

Early 20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Metal

Breton Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Unearthed in Normandy, this Breton style piece of furniture in solid oak will bring a touch of authenticity to an interior. The sideboard consists of thre...
Category

1940s French Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique English Campaign Chest with Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome antique British Colonial campaign chest crafted in mahogany in a two piece construction featuring a pullout desk with drawers and niches over four drawers with brass hardwar...
Category

Early 20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

VINTAGE HARRODS KENNEDY MILITARY CAMPAIGN SiDE TABLE BUTLERS SERVING TRAY TOP
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this sublime vintage Mahogany & Brass Military Campaign side table with butlers serving tray Please note th...
Category

20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Baker Campaign Style Two-Drawer Dresser Cabinets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome pair of ebonized Baker Campaign style two-drawer dressers cabinets with brass hardware. Marked. Price is per cabinet.
Category

1960s American Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Japanese Campaign Style Miniature Chest Ca' 1960's
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A lovely Japanese, vintage ca' 1960's miniature chest. Drawers lined in felt, brass hardware, campaign style exposed brackets.
Category

1960s Japanese Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Elm

Mid-century Brutalist solid wood coffee table - 1960s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Mid-century Brutalist solid wood coffee table - 1960s Wear Consistent with age and use Vintage - Coffee Table - Side table Measures : 44cmx70cm H49cm Material : Solid Wood
Category

1960s French Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Wood

Labarge Campaign Mahogany and Brass Mounted Coffee Table With Old World Map Top
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century Campaign style coffee or cocktail table By LaBarge USA, 1960s Brass mounted mahogany, with old world map under a glass top. M...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Indian Bronze Elephant Bell
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Elephant bell and clapper that rings with a deep rich tone and cast in bronze. Having acquired a verdigris patina and presented on a rustic wood and hide...
Category

Early 20th Century Indian Campaign Furniture

Materials

Bronze

VINTAGE HARDWOOD & GREEN LEATHER MiLITARY CAMPAIGN SIDE TABLE LEATHER SLIP TRAY
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this sublime vintage Bachelors chest with butlers serving tray and Military Campaign drawers. Please note t...
Category

Mid-20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Faux Bamboo Armchair by Schoonbeck
Located in New York, NY
Chic and sophisticated faux bamboo armchair made by noted furniture manufacturer The Schoonbeck Company, later known as Schonbeck Henredon. The chair has a solid wood frame, with uph...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Wood

Vintage Leather Foot Stool
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Vintage leather upholstery boasts a warm and inviting patina, adding to the stool's charm & distinct character. Kidney shape and tapered legs contribute to it's aesthetic appeal. ...
Category

Late 20th Century British Campaign Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Storage Chest or Jewelry Box by Designer Rae Kasian
By Roe Kasian
Located in New York, NY
A relatively large rich dark red burgundy lacquer storage chest box with metal detail by designer Rae Kasian, circa late-20th century, 1980s, 1990s. Box is ...
Category

Late 20th Century Korean Campaign Furniture

Materials

Metal

Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Unearthed in Normandy, this Breton-style sideboard in solid oak boasts a stunning brutalist look that brings a touch of raw and powerful design to any space. With two spacious storag...
Category

1940s French Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Oak

Rattan Campaign Ficks Reed Far Horizons Coffee Table w/Tile Top by John Wisner
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage rattan Campaign Style Ficks Reed Far Horizons Collection coffee table with tile top designed by John Wisner. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There are small hairline cracks in three tiles, and they have been reglued and caulked. It has a fresh coat of Danish oil. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century. Note: If you love this rattan Ficks Reed Far Horizons Collection by John Wisner coffee table we also have the matching lounge chair, sofa, and end table listed here for sale if they are still available. Fantastic and Ficks Reed!!! This is a gorgeous large square coffee table by John Wisner for Ficks Reed. It is comprised of a stout rattan base, and it features a wonderful white tile top including four tiles with black painted Asian designs of fans and symbols… it’s absolutely BEAUTIFUL!! This coffee table is from Ficks Reed’s Far Horizons collection by John Wisner which was introduced in 1954. It is designed with sturdy and stylish crossbars with rattan ties on the corners on all four sides of the coffee table. And the design of this awesome Campaign style coffee table is classic allowing it to work with many decor aesthetics and styles from traditional to mid-century modern. It will be wonderful in your living room across from your sofa or in the family room among a wonderful pair of lounge chairs. The Ficks Reed Furniture Company was originally established by Louis Ficks as the National Carriage and Reed Company in 1885. For over 125 years they built their reputation manufacturing high quality furniture using wicker...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Ceramic

Theodore Alexander Military Campaign Chest of Drawers on Stand Brown Leather
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this extremely well made Regency style chest on stand by Theodore Alexander with slip brown leather serving tray and bronzed gallery rail Where to begin...
Category

20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Reno Wahl for Dyrlund Vintage Danish Teak Metamorphic Captains Campaign Bar
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely original circa 1960s solid Danish teak at home bar on wheels designed by the great Reno Wahl Iversen and retailed thr...
Category

1960s Danish Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Teak

Hardwood & Brass Military Campaign Workstation Desk for Home Computer Part Suite
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Military Campaign style home office desk / workstation which is part of a suite This piece is part of an office suite, I have in tot...
Category

20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Campaign Chest of Drawers / Bachelor Chest, Circa 1960s
Located in Germantown, MD
Offered is a beautiful 1966 Campaign Chest of drawers / Bachelor campaign Chest in good vintage condition by Drexel. Working dovetail drawers. Measures 34" Wide x 19" Deep x 45.5" Ta...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Natural solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Unearthed in Normandy, this Breton style piece of furniture in solid oak will bring a touch of authenticity to an interior. The sideboard consists of two ...
Category

1940s French Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Oak

Sarreid Two-Drawer Low Chest in Mirror Polished Stainless and Brass
Located in Hanover, MA
Sarreid of Spain geometric two-drawer footed low chest clad in mirror polished stainless steel and trimmed in brass with solid brass greek key style pulls and side handles. Vintage 1...
Category

1960s Spanish Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Beautiful Military Campaign Writing Table
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to ofer for sale this amazing military campaign writing table with brass corners and leather top made by R.E.H Kennedy of Ipswich and retailed by Harrods London . Don't he...
Category

Mid-20th Century British Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Campaign / Neo- Classical Style Lilian August Camel Leather Ottomans - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of neo-classical / campaign style x- benches by Lillian August. The frames are carved mahogany with brass accents. The cushions are a quilted camel leather. It has two...
Category

Late 20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Antique Campaign Style Chest
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Intriguing antique campaign style chest crafted in mahogany with well placed dramatic grains, brass inlays and hardware, keys for all drawers and turn...
Category

Early 20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Driftwood-Color Rattan and Bamboo Bench or Footstool
Located in Austin, TX
This is an unusual and terrifically versatile piece. It's made entirely of bamboo (probably European-produced bamboo) and held together with rattan roping. It's in great condition, a...
Category

Late 20th Century French Campaign Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Campaign Style Mahogany And Brass Etagere
Located in Essex, MA
Circular three tier with brass finials and tubular brass shelf dividers. Casters
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1940s American Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage English Bamboo Easel
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage English bamboo easel.
Category

Mid-20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Bamboo

Costa Rican Campaign Style Teak Brown Leather Folding Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Costa Rican Campaign Style teak brown leather folding rocker rocking chair. Item features hick brown leather straps, solid teak wood folding frame, orig...
Category

Mid-20th Century Costa Rican Campaign Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Peruvian Leather Trunk As Cocktail Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Peruvian Trunk Cocktail Table in honeyed light brown and dark red-brown leather. Features a hinged lid with a scalloped border overhanging a rectangular form with navette motif panel...
Category

20th Century Peruvian Campaign Furniture

Materials

Metal

Symbolic Turkish Sivas Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A highly inspiring directional Turkish sivas carpet woven for the Turkish government. Inscribed is the name of the regime at the time, "OSMANI". You also see the same elements seen in the Turkish flag...
Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Campaign Furniture

Materials

Wool

Vintage Boho Drexel Tall Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in west palm beach, FL
Stunning vintage Drexel tall campaign chest of drawers with a boho flair. Crafted with timeless elegance, it features brass hardware and a sleek, functional design. Perfect for addin...
Category

Late 20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Metal

Antique Turkish Sivas Rug
Located in New York, NY
A square shaped finely woven antique Turkish sivas small rug.
Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Campaign Furniture

Materials

Wool

Eichholtz Faux Book Front magazine holder 1970s
Located in Den Haag, NL
A very nice and decorative magazine rack with faux books on the front, 1970-1980. some interesting titles . Manufactured by Eichholtz . USA . Very decorative and practical and with ...
Category

1970s American Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Faux Leather

Antique British Colonial Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome British Colonial chest crafted in mahogany with six drawers in a low profile with brass campaign hardware and bracket feet.
Category

Early 20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Military Campaign Used Ammunition Box from Ww2 Stunning Period Patina
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this period Military Campaign used, WW2 Ammo box with all the original patina I have two of these for sale, the second piece is listed under my ...
Category

20th Century European Campaign Furniture

Materials

Metal

HARRODS KENNEDY DOUBLE SIDED TWO PERSON MILITARY CAMPAIGN TWiN PEDESTAL DESK
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand made in England Harrods Kennedy Military Campaign twin pedestal double sided partner desk g...
Category

20th Century English Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

5 Piece 1960s Yellow Colormates Campaign Set by Morris of California
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Rare yellow campaign set from Morris of California. 3 chest of drawers and 2 bookcase toppers. Tall six drawer lingerie chest, or highboy. One six draw...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Formica, Wood

Vintage Boho Drexel Campaign Credenza
Located in west palm beach, FL
Command attention in any room with this stunning Vintage Boho Drexel Campaign Credenza, a sophisticated fusion of classic American craftsmanship and global design inspiration. Featur...
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Late 20th Century American Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Henredon Nightstands Side Tables Campaign Style Pair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
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1980s Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Wood

Folding Clothes Hanging Rack A very unusual piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Folding Clothes Hanging Rack A very unusual piece, this corner standing hanging wardrobe can be folded flat for storage, it has a selection of hooks and a curved curtain rail at th...
Category

1910s Vintage Campaign Furniture

Materials

Pine

Campaign furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Campaign furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Campaign furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London, Harrods, Henredon, and Drexel. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $50 and tops out at $95,000 while the average work can sell for $2,458.

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