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An AC-47 "Spooky" Gunship patch


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Hi all,
Here from my collection is an interesting Gunship variation piece that I've rarely seen.It is Thai made.I like how the design substitutes a rendition of Charlie Chaplin in place of the "C" in the "AC-47" designation.

 

I do not know if this is a generic "party suit" type patch or a unit specific piece.

 

The AC-47 was the first dedicated platform to be utilized in Vietnam as a Gunship.The side firing concept was first brought up

around 1927!

 

 


Here is the fascinating story about how the Gunship concept came about:

 

 

http://www.ac-119gunships.com/ac47/gunshipac47.htm

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Thanks man!You nailed that ID 100%.I should have known to look at Erics' site,he has almost everything Air Force! :lol:

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Thanks man!You nailed that ID 100%.I should have known to look at Erics' site,he has almost everything Air Force! :lol:

 

You're welcome. And yes. His site is awesome.

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