Large & Nice, Early 1950's - Korean War Era USAF 41st Fighter Squadron Jacket Patch. Japanese-Made

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  • Large & Nice, Early 1950's - Korean War Era USAF 41st Fighter Squadron Jacket Patch. Japanese-Made
  • Large & Nice, Early 1950's - Korean War Era USAF 41st Fighter Squadron Jacket Patch. Japanese-Made
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Description

ARTIFACT:

Nice early 1950's – Korean War era United States Air Force 41st Fighter Squadron jacket patch. The squadron's nickname is the 'Buzzsaws' and the large, Japanese-made patch features the squadron's emblem in the center - a winged sawblade 'slicing' through the cloudy sky. The patch reads: "41st FIGHTER SQUADRON". During the Korean War era, they flew air defense against Japan. It was re-designated two before being discontinued and deactivated on March 8, 1960.

VINTAGE:

Circa early 1950's – Korean War era

SIZE:

Approximately 5-7/8" x 4-3/4"

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Fully embroidered, cotton/polyester/silk thread

MARKINGS:

None.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from a USAF jacket patch collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MBJJZ16 LEEJX7/16

CONDITION:

9- (Excellent+): The patch shows minor wear, some scrapbooking adhesive on reverse (does not detract), the colors remain bright, overall excellent condition.

GUARANTEE:

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.

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