Cristian Posted August 15, 2015 Share #1 Posted August 15, 2015 Hi!I have little information about this patch.Just I know that is the USAC and was used before WWII.Does anyone know who used it and in what part of the uniform?I think this was carried in the breast pocket.GRACIAS!!! (Thanks)Saludos,CRISTIAN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teamski Posted August 17, 2015 Share #2 Posted August 17, 2015 This is a period PX jacket patch. It wasn't worn on the uniform. -Ski Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Signor Posted August 17, 2015 Share #3 Posted August 17, 2015 I've seen a few photos of it on A-2 Leather jackets and some of the Field jackets/coverall's . Sorry I don't have the images to post for you . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tredhed2 Posted August 18, 2015 Share #4 Posted August 18, 2015 This is a period PX jacket patch. It wasn't worn on the uniform. -Ski Well, yes, this PX patch was won on the uniform. ©2005 ASMIC used with permission Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teamski Posted August 18, 2015 Share #5 Posted August 18, 2015 Well, yes, this PX patch was won on the uniform. ©2005 ASMIC used with permission It had to be unauthorized though..... -Ski Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tredhed2 Posted August 18, 2015 Share #6 Posted August 18, 2015 Christian - GIs wore what they could get away with, whether authorized or not. If you only remember that, you'll do well with collecting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Signor Posted August 19, 2015 Share #7 Posted August 19, 2015 I know about what they wanted to wear or "get away" with a s Many of the emblems the AAF guys wore were "UNofficial" and they wore them anyway as Squadron/Group emblems ......... Many others in all the services had Unofficial ones etc they wore ............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cristian Posted August 30, 2015 Author Share #8 Posted August 30, 2015 Hi guys! Thank you very much for the information!!! tredhed2, thank you very much for the image I have only a little doubt.Why was a patch that could be used if it was authorized? I'm not from USA. Can you tell me what is the period PX? GRACIAS!!!Saludos, CRISTIAN. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlebuddy Posted August 30, 2015 Share #9 Posted August 30, 2015 PX is an abbreviation for POST EXCHANGE, a shop on the base where servicemen and women could buy items like this patch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cristian Posted August 30, 2015 Author Share #10 Posted August 30, 2015 Ok, Thanks littlebuddy! So that was a symbolic patch...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy Posted August 30, 2015 Share #11 Posted August 30, 2015 Souvenir patch would maybe be the closest term for it. There is at least one pic in the Jon Maguire book on flight jackets of it being worn on a leather jacket as well. Basic GI rule: If you're supposed to wear it, find a way not to. If you're not supposed to wear it, do it anyway! Randy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cristian Posted August 30, 2015 Author Share #12 Posted August 30, 2015 Hi Randy! This is a patch that I like. So I will say that I was authorized to use it. THANKS!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tredhed2 Posted September 1, 2015 Share #13 Posted September 1, 2015 Authorized - the Office of the Quartermaster General (OQMG) approved the design made for a unit, and passed the paperwork of approval to patch manufacturers. Unauthorized - OQMG did not approve the design for a unit, for a number of reasons, but the local commanding officer of the unit did approve a design for an insignia, so the insignia was made and sometimes worn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cristian Posted September 3, 2015 Author Share #14 Posted September 3, 2015 Hi tredhed2! Thank you for your explanation Saludos!CRISTIAN. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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