WW2 Service Flag

[1917enfield]

I acquired this from an estate sale. It's a US Service Flag 8x12. It's made of felt. It's missing it's rod and tassel but looks good in the frame I put it in. Also, a 48 Star silk flag 11x17. Possbly hung beside it @ the homefront house.

 

If your uncertain what the US Service flag represents read below.

 

Edit from Wiki:

 

The Service flag was first displayed in the front windows of homes during World War I to signify a son or husband serving in the Armed Forces. The flag quickly became known as the "son in service flag" with each blue star indicating one family member. During World War II, the Department of War issued specifications on the manufacture of the flag as well as guidelines indicating when and by whom the Service flag could be flown or the Service Lapel button could be worn (an example of the flag can be seen hanging in the window of Mrs. Ryan's house in the movie Saving Private Ryan). Another great movie with the Service flag is the Majestic!