One-of-a-kind WWI 78th, 303rd Engineers patch

[Uniforms of the Day]

Due to the fact that I have collected WWI 78th variations for over 50 years, it's not often I find something that is a wild departure from anything I have encountered before. So, I was beyond delighted to acquire this one recently. This uniform belonged to Nicholas De Vita, an Italian immigrant, who settled in Albany NY. Aside from his jacket and pants, the group included his gas mask. The bag features an Engineer castle and a bridge below. De Vita was a Bugler with Co. E, 303rd Engineers. I paid crazy money for it. But had to have it!

[Wake1941]

Beautiful uniform, first I’ve seen of the 78th in that style. Congrats 

[katieony]

A really unique patch...congratulations!

[atb]

That Bugler First Class chevron is very nice, too.

[eaglerunner88]

Wow that displays really nicely! Do you have a pic of the whole uniform?

[Uniforms of the Day]

I'll try to remember to take one tomorrow. 

[Uniforms of the Day]

As requested. Here is a pic of the uniform and I included a pic of some of my jackets.

[otter42]

Very nice Chris, thanks for sharing