WW2 ITALIAN MADE BOULLION AAF 15th XV AIR FORCE PATCH AAF PATCH, MED & AAF PINS

WW2 ITALIAN MADE BOULLION AAF 15th XV AIR FORCE PATCH AAF PATCH, MED & AAF PINS In this lot: Original boullion embroidered on felt WW2 Italian made US Army Air Force 15th XV Air Force patch. Also in this lot is a US Army Air Force patch, M.

Doctor medical lapel pins, and two US Army Air Force lapel pins of different sizes. Descriptions: Featured in this lot: XV 15th Air Force Patch. Italian craftsmen produced these patches using a variety of unique materials, including boullion threads and hand-stitched onto felt bases typically backed with light, cheesecloth-like Italian canvas. Supplies for insignia were limited, so American airmen would commission local Italian tailors and embroidery shops to produce commemorative, squadron, and command patches. Also included are: WW2 US Army Air Force (AAF) Headquarters Shoulder Sleeve Insignia Patch WW2 US Army Medical Corps doctor officer insignia pins with original card.

Flat brass clutchbacks function as intended. Provenance: These belonged to Robert M.

Unit surgeon under the command of General Patton. Original WW2 US Army Air Forces USAAF Aviation Cadet Cap Badge Pins (2). See photos for details, and please feel free to ask questions.

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