Amateur Art Appraisal

QST Magazine, November 2001 Issue

This item is identified as the November 2001 issue of QST, the official journal of ARRL (the national association for Amateur Radio). The magazine features a dark background, likely a deep reddish-brown or burgundy, with the title 'QST' prominently displayed in large red capital letters, with a 'Z' design integrated into the 'T'. Below the QST title, it states 'devoted entirely to AMATEUR RADIO' in white and red text. The cover's central theme appears to be the role of amateur radio operators in emergency situations, particularly in the aftermath of a significant event (strongly suggesting 9/11 given the November 2001 date and imagery). The lower two-thirds of the cover display a detailed aerial photograph of a disaster zone, showing debris, emergency vehicles, and multiple tents, reminiscent of a large-scale recovery effort at the Pentagon. Several inset pictures are featured: one shows individuals, possibly amateur radio operators, working around a table with a red cross symbol in the background; another shows two men in suits, one holding a document; and a third shows a man seated at a desk with radio equipment. Text on the cover reads, 'The Radio Amateur is PATRIOTIC... station and skill always ready for service to country and community. – from The Amateur's Code.' The visible condition of the magazine appears generally good, with some slight curling or wear along the edges, consistent with a paper periodical of its age. A mailing label with a barcode and address information (partially obscured) is present at the bottom left of the cover. The publication date of November 2001 places it firmly in the early 21st century, a significant period for emergency preparedness and response.