United States. Two Second War Shoulder Sleeve Patches Auction with frosted silver frame

with frosted silver frame

Visible directly below is the outline of an SS-style Totenkopf insignia which has similarly been removed

with light crazing present on the belt and tab

1945 and cited for his Military Cross "In recognition of gallant and distinguished service in Burma" in the London Gazette 3381 on June 28

each constructed of blue wool with card stock cores

United States. Two Second War Shoulder Sleeve Patches Auction with frosted silver frameA USAAF 9th Air Force Shoulder Sleeve Patch, in blue, white, red, and yellow embroidery, measures 60mm (w) x 68 mm (h), light wear, very fine. A US Army 101st Airborne Division Shoulder Sleeve Patch (Screaming Eagles), in black, white, yellow and red embroidery, measures 58 mm (w) x 84 mm (h), light wear, very fine.