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ARTIFACT:
This is a scarce mid-1950s patch for the United States Air Force 42nd Fighter Squadron, 54th Fighter Group, Air Defense Command. The 54th Fighter Group flew F-86s out of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania until inactivation in 1958. The patch is in gray twill and shows an armored knight clutching a red missile.
VINTAGE:
Circa mid-1950s.
SIZE:
Approximately 5" in diameter.
MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION:
Twill embroidered in cotton/silk threads, mesh backing.
ATTACHMENT:
None.
MARKINGS:
None.
ITEM NOTES:
This is from a United States Army Air Forces squadron patch collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MFJX13 LDDEX9/13
CONDITION:
7+ (Very Fine+): The patch shows only very light wear and has a small spot of minor discoloration.
GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.