doyler Posted April 25, 2019 Share #26 Posted April 25, 2019 The Heart is 24th Corps. The hatchet is 19th Corps In Memoriam:Lieutenant J.Kostelec 1-3 First Special Service Force MIA/PD 4 March 1944 ItalyI HAVE SEEN THE ENEMY AND IT IS DAYLIGHTForget about the tips..We'll get hell to pay (AC/DC)"If you cant get out and run with the big dogs then sit on the porch and bark at the cars going by.." Have you Hugged a Clown Today? You Cant Get A Sun Tan On The Moon.. Link to post Share on other sites
Longbranch Posted April 25, 2019 Share #27 Posted April 25, 2019 Great set of items with some really cool uniforms and helmets. Glad to see there are big finds like that still out there!!! Link to post Share on other sites
rhill13 Posted April 25, 2019 Author Share #28 Posted April 25, 2019 What was the purpose of the button up flap inside of the dress shirt? Is it a winter version? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/usmfribbons/donation2019.gif Link to post Share on other sites
ScottG Posted April 25, 2019 Share #29 Posted April 25, 2019 Its a gas flap that was incorporated into earlier shirts. That's a field shirt to be worn with the wool field trousers. That's a great haul! Looks like you did well. Scott Link to post Share on other sites
rhill13 Posted April 25, 2019 Author Share #30 Posted April 25, 2019 Thanks Scott. Here’s one of my favorite items so far. Many of the hats are named but this one has some good info. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/usmfribbons/donation2019.gif Link to post Share on other sites
Skysoldier80 Posted April 25, 2019 Share #31 Posted April 25, 2019 That is one amazing haul. I never could be so lucky. Auctions that I attend are normally one or two things. Congrats. Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.Jerry Posted April 25, 2019 Share #32 Posted April 25, 2019 Nice haul and nice ID'ed hat, but of he was a S/Sgt the hat should have had an EM disk instead of the officer eagle (which looks postwar) that being said, might be worth the research to see if he stayed in and was promoted. Mr.JERRY My new book on the History of the US Service Flag is available now- contact me directly for a signed copy https://www.elmgrovepublishing.com/in-the-service-of-our-country Collector of WWI & WWII Home Front Flags, Unit Flags & Guidons, US & German helmets, insignia, uniforms, medals, Women's Military Uniforms, Wisconsin Vocational School made Fighting Knives. Military Collectibles Shop Owner & Dealer in everything else~! Check out our Facebook page for updates and the latest Shop news!: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Military-Collectibles-Shop/171226792906875 Visit our website (and visit our shop if you are ever near Milwaukee, WI USA) http://www.militarycollectorsHQ.com See what Mr.Jerry has on eBay this week: https://www.ebay.com/sch/mr.jerry/m.html?_ipg=200&_sop=1&_rdc=1 Link to post Share on other sites
AustinO Posted April 25, 2019 Share #33 Posted April 25, 2019 Nice haul and nice ID'ed hat, but of he was a S/Sgt the hat should have had an EM disk instead of the officer eagle (which looks postwar) that being said, might be worth the research to see if he stayed in and was promoted. Walker didnt make it home from the ETO: Would love to see more photos of your haul, a literal truckload...Some great finds there. Link to post Share on other sites
rhill13 Posted April 25, 2019 Author Share #34 Posted April 25, 2019 Walker didnt make it home from the ETO: {style_image_url}/attachicon.gif Fold3_Page_3.jpg Would love to see more photos of your haul, a literal truckload...Some great finds there. Wow. Great research. So I should replace the eagle with an enlisted disc since he never did survive to become an officer. Thanks for looking that up. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/usmfribbons/donation2019.gif Link to post Share on other sites
AustinO Posted April 25, 2019 Share #35 Posted April 25, 2019 If it were mine I would leave as is (it is what it is). When aircrew didnt return from missions their serviceable uniforms/gear was often pooled and re-issued to new members. The cap could have come back worn by anther member of the same squadron who lived near where the auction was... Link to post Share on other sites
rhill13 Posted April 25, 2019 Author Share #36 Posted April 25, 2019 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/usmfribbons/donation2019.gif Link to post Share on other sites
rhill13 Posted April 25, 2019 Author Share #37 Posted April 25, 2019 I can’t fully make this one out Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/usmfribbons/donation2019.gif Link to post Share on other sites
rhill13 Posted April 25, 2019 Author Share #38 Posted April 25, 2019 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/usmfribbons/donation2019.gif Link to post Share on other sites
rhill13 Posted April 25, 2019 Author Share #39 Posted April 25, 2019 Follow me stipe was painted over. Front had something painted previously as well. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/usmfribbons/donation2019.gif Link to post Share on other sites
rhill13 Posted April 25, 2019 Author Share #40 Posted April 25, 2019 This navy shell had another purpose underneath the paint Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/usmfribbons/donation2019.gif Link to post Share on other sites
rhill13 Posted April 25, 2019 Author Share #41 Posted April 25, 2019 Was this a navy shell or a painted army helmet? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/usmfribbons/donation2019.gif Link to post Share on other sites
rhill13 Posted April 25, 2019 Author Share #42 Posted April 25, 2019 Itâs a lighter color than the grey navy helmet I posted above. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/usmfribbons/donation2019.gif Link to post Share on other sites
doyler Posted April 25, 2019 Share #43 Posted April 25, 2019 Was this a navy shell or a painted army helmet?Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Navy In Memoriam:Lieutenant J.Kostelec 1-3 First Special Service Force MIA/PD 4 March 1944 ItalyI HAVE SEEN THE ENEMY AND IT IS DAYLIGHTForget about the tips..We'll get hell to pay (AC/DC)"If you cant get out and run with the big dogs then sit on the porch and bark at the cars going by.." Have you Hugged a Clown Today? You Cant Get A Sun Tan On The Moon.. Link to post Share on other sites
doyler Posted April 25, 2019 Share #44 Posted April 25, 2019 Follow me stipe was painted over. Front had something painted previously as well. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Looks like officers rank for a Lt or Ensign.... you will see the back bar on navy helmets In Memoriam:Lieutenant J.Kostelec 1-3 First Special Service Force MIA/PD 4 March 1944 ItalyI HAVE SEEN THE ENEMY AND IT IS DAYLIGHTForget about the tips..We'll get hell to pay (AC/DC)"If you cant get out and run with the big dogs then sit on the porch and bark at the cars going by.." Have you Hugged a Clown Today? You Cant Get A Sun Tan On The Moon.. Link to post Share on other sites
rhill13 Posted April 25, 2019 Author Share #45 Posted April 25, 2019 These two have seen better days Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/usmfribbons/donation2019.gif Link to post Share on other sites
rhill13 Posted April 25, 2019 Author Share #46 Posted April 25, 2019 British ETO officer jacket Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/usmfribbons/donation2019.gif Link to post Share on other sites
MT247 Posted April 25, 2019 Share #47 Posted April 25, 2019 Nice haul and nice ID'ed hat, but of he was a S/Sgt the hat should have had an EM disk instead of the officer eagle (which looks postwar) that being said, might be worth the research to see if he stayed in and was promoted.Just a hunch but do you think this hat belonged to an officer who was in a crew or friends with this Sargent and wrote his info into his own hat for some reason. Maybe post war letters to the family or sending belongings back to the family? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk -Kyle- Link to post Share on other sites
Catfishcraig Posted April 25, 2019 Share #48 Posted April 25, 2019 These two have seen better days Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Yes they have character but still very sought after. You have some nice Lids there. Congrats!!! Craig Thank you to all that have served our country and to your families that have sacrificed without your presence at home. Thank you to all that have given their lives for my freedom and to their families that suffer. May God bless you! Link to post Share on other sites
AustinO Posted April 25, 2019 Share #49 Posted April 25, 2019 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to post Share on other sites
Tinley100 Posted April 25, 2019 Share #50 Posted April 25, 2019 dang Link to post Share on other sites
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