Original U.S. WWII Paratrooper American Flag Invasion Armband with Safety Pins U.S. Flare Guns purchased from a Veteran’s family

purchased from a Veteran’s family

These stick like this are commonly encountered from veterans of World War One but rarely from WWII

Marked on the side 0

The lightning bolt scabbard is straight and shows hand wear

The dark brown finished leather washer at the crossguard junction exhibits crazing but remains intact

Original U.S. WWII Paratrooper American Flag Invasion Armband with Safety Pins U.S. Flare Guns purchased from a Veteran’s familyOriginal Item: Only One Pair Available. This is an excellent condition rare very scarce Airborne Paratrooper Flag Armband. This type of armband was typically used by U. S. Paratroopers for example in North Africa (1942), on the D Day invasion in Normandy (June 1944) and during Operation Market Garden (September 1944). The armband was fixed to the uniform with safety pins. Yes, two original safety pins are still attached to this example.