Description
ARTIFACT:
This is a Late 1960’s Vietnam War Nam Made 158th Aviation BN (Assault Helicoptor BN) Pocket Patch.
An Assault Helicopter Battalion (AHB/Asslt Hel BN) is a key tactical unit within US Army Combat Aviation Brigades (CABs), primarily equipped with UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters. They provide air assault, air movement, and transport support, conducting tactical operations such as troop insertion, logistics, and evacuation.
VINTAGE: Vietnam War Late 1960s.
SIZE: Approximately: 4-1/4” in height x 2-1/2” in width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS: Twill embroidered cotton/polyester threads, muslin backing.
ITEM NOTES:
This is from a United States US Air Force collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MEJV18 LAGEX03/14/26
CONDITION: 9- (Excellent+): Patch shows residue from glue and paper and overall, it is in excellent condition.
GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.