deacon2ad Posted November 12, 2013 Share #1 Posted November 12, 2013 Hey everyone! This patch made its way into my collection and I really don't know much about LST 1148. I'm guessing its theater made, probably 50's? If anyone can point me in a direction as to what the purpose of the patch was, I'd really appreciate it. Also if anyone has any idea what the value of something like this would be, do tell! Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bronxboymike Posted November 12, 2013 Share #2 Posted November 12, 2013 Patch is Japan made and looks to be early 60's. The patch is just the ships regular insignia. The symbolism in the patch is the Japan islands on the left and Hawaiian islands on right and question mark on bag. The patch design probably just signifies that the Sumner county did a lot of Westpac tours and was away from home in American. The alligator is looking back at Hawaii which represents America. The patch is worth roughly about $10-$20 conservatively. You could maybe get a little more if you find the right buyer that has to have it. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deacon2ad Posted November 14, 2013 Author Share #3 Posted November 14, 2013 Thank you for the info! Greatly appreciated! -Kyle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sigsaye Posted December 22, 2013 Share #4 Posted December 22, 2013 Just noticed this patch. My father served on Sumner County '63-'65. I posted a picture of a ships plaque he brought home with the same design. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaddyDog Posted August 6, 2019 Share #5 Posted August 6, 2019 Here is my recently acquired LST 1148 patch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lst1048 Posted June 7, 2020 Share #6 Posted June 7, 2020 I like the patch. I served on that ship and two other amphibious ship just after the Armistice was signed in 1953. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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