Add a genuine piece of World War II aviation history to your collection with this vintage U.S. Army Air Forces Fourth Air Force Shoulder Sleeve Insignia. Crafted with classic period flat cut-edge construction, this shield-shaped emblem features high-density embroidery set on a deep ultramarine blue field framed by a golden-yellow border. At the top center sits the traditional USAAF winged star insignia, anchored by four golden-yellow rays extending from the bottom tip to represent the Fourth Air Force. Originally activated in California to defend the U.S. West Coast and train combat aircrews during WWII, this patch is ideal for A-2 leather flight jacket restorations, military shadow boxes, WWII Army Air Forces displays, and militaria collections.
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Dimensions: ~3.0" H x 2.25" W (Standard Shield Issue Size)
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Design: Official WWII Fourth Air Force Winged Star & 4 Rays Heraldry
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Color: Ultramarine Blue, Golden Yellow, White, Red
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Edge Style: Vintage Cut Edge (Flat Cloth Border Construction)
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Condition: Excellent Vintage / Collector Grade
