Costa Posted August 29, 2008 Share #1 Posted August 29, 2008 took a ride and stopped off at a mall. bingo--- first find in a long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtpcamaroz Posted August 29, 2008 Share #2 Posted August 29, 2008 Pretty nice, I haven't seen an armored division pillowcase in a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spathologist Posted August 29, 2008 Share #3 Posted August 29, 2008 I see thse pop up here, but in 22+ years in active service I can't say I've ever seen one in real life. And they're not exactly something you'd find in a soldier's barracks... Was there a specific period in which these were popular, or some specific use for them? Aside from putting around pillows, of course... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corpl. Cleaver Posted August 29, 2008 Share #4 Posted August 29, 2008 I know where there are 2 stacks of over 30 or more pillow cases.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgtdorango Posted August 29, 2008 Share #5 Posted August 29, 2008 I dont collect these but I think they were like souvenirs that you sent home to loved ones?....mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeeper704 Posted August 29, 2008 Share #6 Posted August 29, 2008 I got one of the 4th Armored. And I believe they were sent to loved ones as a gift. Erwin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtpcamaroz Posted August 29, 2008 Share #7 Posted August 29, 2008 I know where there are 2 stacks of over 30 or more pillow cases.... If any of them are related to Camp Hale, let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Costa Posted August 29, 2008 Author Share #8 Posted August 29, 2008 yes--- i do beleive they were bought a the base px and sent to family or loved ones. they are in a feild of collecting in their own right. there are many. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtpcamaroz Posted August 30, 2008 Share #9 Posted August 30, 2008 yes--- i do beleive they were bought a the base px and sent to family or loved ones. they are in a feild of collecting in their own right. there are many. I agree, they have their own level of uniqueness. I have been trying to collect other "sweetheart" items related to the 10 Mt. Div. and Camp Hale, there are some interesting pieces out there besides pillow cases. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corpl. Cleaver Posted August 30, 2008 Share #10 Posted August 30, 2008 If any of them are related to Camp Hale, let me know. Ok, I have never go thru both piles. Since my mom just stands there and rushes me. Next time I have an excuse... "I'm looking for one for a guy on the forum" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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