warguy Posted October 21, 2012 Share #1 Posted October 21, 2012 I first saw this group two years ago and have been after it since. I dont do much with homefront or womens items, but this is rare and complete. This grouping belonged to a female officer in the WADCA or Womens ambulance and defense corps of America. My understanding these uniforms are well covered in Jill Halcombs second volume dressed for success. I believe this particular unit served in California from 1941-1945. A pretty complete group that includes two skirts, tie, three shirts, dress tunic and belt, sam browne belt, overseas hat and dress shoes. Sadly un-named, but a rare grouping as I understand it. Not sure if I will keep it as not my thing, but thought I would share it. Kevin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warguy Posted October 21, 2012 Author Share #2 Posted October 21, 2012 more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Bugme Posted October 21, 2012 Share #4 Posted October 21, 2012 This is an incredibly complete and rare group! However, I'm a little confused, if this is not your thing, then why were you chasing it for 2 years? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack's Son Posted October 21, 2012 Share #5 Posted October 21, 2012 .............I'm a little confused, if this is not your thing, then why were you chasing it for 2 years? Perhaps he was chasing WHO was in it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Jerry Posted October 21, 2012 Share #6 Posted October 21, 2012 Said it before and I will say it again... WOW!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RustyCanteen Posted October 21, 2012 Share #7 Posted October 21, 2012 Very nice grouping! Looks very complete. RC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blitzbuggy12 Posted October 21, 2012 Share #8 Posted October 21, 2012 The say the chase is better than the catch...I dunno..regardless congrats and very nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warguy Posted October 21, 2012 Author Share #9 Posted October 21, 2012 Thanks for the comments. Even though not my thing, I did some research on this grouping couple years ago and learned how rare it is. Been collecting long enough to appreciate complete groups like this. I missed first opportunity to a guy that bought it so his wife could wear it at halloween. He was not a military collector. Seemed an inappropriate use for this historic grouping. He finally saw the light and let it go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RustyCanteen Posted October 22, 2012 Share #10 Posted October 22, 2012 It always seems that nice stuff gets sold as 'halloween costumes'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugme Posted October 22, 2012 Share #11 Posted October 22, 2012 Thanks for the comments. Even though not my thing, I did some research on this grouping couple years ago and learned how rare it is. Been collecting long enough to appreciate complete groups like this. I missed first opportunity to a guy that bought it so his wife could wear it at halloween. He was not a military collector. Seemed an inappropriate use for this historic grouping. He finally saw the light and let it go. Makes sense, great save from the halloween parties! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patriot12 Posted October 22, 2012 Share #12 Posted October 22, 2012 Fantastic catch sir. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Keith Posted October 22, 2012 Share #13 Posted October 22, 2012 Excellent save! Thanks for showing it. MSG BKW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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