All that "sloppy" thread on the reverse of what is purported to be a WW2 squadron patch is always an indication of a FAKE.   

And two more books giving insight into the US/British relationship during the war.... Good reads...    

The US 1st Division ( Big Red One ) must have been stationed all over Dorset in preparation of the Normandy invasion. Last month mutual friend Charlie B stayed at beautiful Bruges near my place and he gave me this little booklet which describes the Division's 16th Infantry Regiment in West Dorset in the months leading up to June 1944... Interesting read on the Yanks in Britain...    

I would like to ask Forum members for their thoughts on the slim likelihood of this USAAF patch being original. Any help or advice greatly appreciated.   kind regards, Malcolm.

Value? It is on an Ike jacket. 

Please Just I wonder how should be the pattern 1902 for the  US Army Officer,it has the Army eagle instead this insignia with 2 rifles? Any example to post here?? Thanks in advance Fernando     

Good morning all! To B-17 guy, wondering if you still have these wings? Arthur Cason, “Casey” as we all know him, was my wife’s grandfather. He was an amazing man with lots of great stories. He passed in 2005. I’m not sure how his wings ended up for sale on eBay, but was wondering if you’d consider selling them back to the family. We would happy pay a market price to keep them within the family. I’d be happy to privately share proof of the relation to Casey and share some of his stories as well. Thanks!

Thank you I appreciate that. Robert Nelson Hutson ASN:14161733 DOB: July 17, 1924

This sure looks like Steampunk and nothing military...   Allan

You may find a name inside the helmet or on another piece of equipment. Here is a list of CO’s.