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Post WW2 U.S. Army Patches, Armies, Corps, Divisions, Commands, Brigades, Regiments, Regimental Combat Teams, Units, etc., as available. |
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| Note: As the post WW2 US military quickly grew, many different patches suddenly appeared, creating “Officially Authorized Patches,” “Unofficially Authorized Patches,” “Unofficial Patches,” “Unauthorized Patches,” “Fantasy Patches,” as well as, reproductions of rare and exotic patches, all to satisfy the military, as well as, the never ending need of the collector. In some cases, its reasonable to assume, that existing stocks of WW2 period produced patches were used until exhausted, making it difficult to determine exactly when a particular post WW2 merrowed edge patch had its début. Generally speaking, patches containing the “New Army Green Color,” do not usually appear before 1957; the merrowed edge patch generally started to appear in 1968. In 1970, “subdued” unit and rank insignia was officially worn on field and combat uniforms, although some “subdued” shoulder insignia was actually worn before that date. Some of the patches actually used today, appear the same as WW2 patches except for the material content, (not 100% cotton), backing material and the addition of the merrowed edge. Many of the post WW2 patches we offer are one of a kind from collections we have purchased; some are factory samples, factory closeouts or overruns; some are genuine military patches we normally sell in our store and some were actually purchased from the specific unit. | |
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The post WW2 patches listed in this section are "Authorized - Regulation embroidered" U.S. Army patches unless otherwise noted. Patches marked "New Unused," are currently stocked. Patches marked "New-Old-Stock," are in unused condition; they may be of a collectible nature; they are in limited quantity's and may not be available again when our supply is sold out. Patches marked "Used," may be one of a kind; they are included for our customers who like the "salty," or "lightly used look." |
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Abbreviations: OD=Olive Drab; ME=Merrowed Edge; CE=Cut Edge. |
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| 43rd Infantry Division - German Made Variation | |
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4PWAP-57. German made patch used by the 43rd Infantry Division when it was stationed there during the Korean war. Variation embroidery on the backside. Remnants of green colored glue on the backside. Light age. Nice collectible variation. CE. New-Old-Stock. Scarce. $10.00 |
| First Army | |
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4PWAP-58. ME. New-Old-Stock. $4.00 SOLD |
| Thule, Greenland - Army Anti Aircraft Artillery | |
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4PWAP-59. 1953 U.S. Army patch of the small unit operating anti-aircraft artillery sites in defense of the Thule, Greenland Air Force base. 4-inch diameter, multi colored design with 1950"s style of embroidery. the patch depicts a 70mm, radar equipped, anti-aircraft gun with soldiers in arctic gear and a polar bear; bluish gray and white mountains in the background with red lettering; all embroidered on gray/.blue twill material patch with a dark blue embroidered border, (not merrowed). A nice early patch. Very tight weave, slightly stiff, cheesecloth backing. New-Old-Stock. We acquired several of these patches from the original manufacturers rep. Scarce. $35.00 |
| Parachute Rigger - Full color | |
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4PWAP-60. Embroidered on smooth black wool. CE. New-Old-Stock. $4.00 SOLD |
| Parachute Rigger - Subdued | |
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4PWAP-60a. OD embroidered wing with black trim. CE. New-Old-Stock. $4.00 |
| 8th Army Subdued Patch - Korean War Period - Probably Theater Made. | |
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4PWAP-61. Factory embroidered, Korean War period, 8th Army patch depicting a black, four arm cross, embroidered on olive green cotton twill material with a flat green border. The embroidery and style of construction would indicate that this patch was most likely made outside of the U.S.A. A nice collectible variation. New-Old-Stock. Excellent. $12.00 SOLD |
| 7th Infantry Division Subdued Patch, - Theatre Made - Unusual Red Backing | |
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4PWAP-62. Crudely constructed, subdued, Korean War period, (or later), patch for the 7th Inf. Division. Depicts two black triangles end to end, (crushed beer can), embroidered on thin, olive green fatigue shirt material with black border; this patch was handmade on a sewing machine using a style of construction indicating this patch was most likely made outside of the U.S.A. The backside exhibits an unusual, thin, red cotton material. Light signs of age and wear from actual use. A very interesting variation. Used. Vg+. $19.00 |
| Marianas Bonin Command | |
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4PWAP-63. The Command was formed after the capture of the Marianas and Bonin chains on 1945 and 1946. The command was headquartered on Guam, which again fell under U.S. control in 1944. Light signs of age and soil from handling and possible uses. CE. Vg. $8.00 SOLD |
| 1st Field Force Vietnam | |
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4PWAP-64. ME. New-Old-Stock. $4.00 |
| 4th Squadron 7th Cavalry Garry Owen Bullion Embroidered Pocket patch – Motto, “Out Front” | |
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4PWAP-65. A 4-1/4-inch wide x 4-1/2-inch high patch depicting the distinctive regimental insignia of the 4th Squadron 7th Cavalry. The 4th Squadron, 7th Cavalry performs reconnaissance and security operations for the 2nd Infantry Division and is the Army's most forwardly deployed heavy Divisional Cavalry Squadron, which is based at Camp Garry Owen, South Korea. The unit is responsible for reconnaissance, security and engaging in offensive, defensive operations, as well as training of some ROK Army units; the 4th Squadron, 7th Cavalry is the “eyes and ears” of the 2nd Infantry Division. The name “Garry Owen” is derived from a traditional Irish ballad sung by troopers of the early, Custer, Indian Wars 7th Cavalry and reportedly, “Garry Owen” was the played as the signal for the charge of the 7th Cavalry in its, “victory,” over the Cheyenne Nation in the Battle of Wasshita in 1868. The patch is hand embroidered, overseas, using silver and gold bullion wire on dark green wool felt with blue trim. Although this is a contemporary patch, this specimen has some age and has tarnished, very slightly, to a pleasing patina and has a soft and somewhat flexible feel. The backside is covered with a black paper, however, the multitude of threads, showing the considerable amount of handwork that went into the construction of this patch, can still be seen through the paper backing. Designed for use on civilian clothing. Very nice. About excellent. $24.00 |