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1950s US Airborne Patches?

Article about: Hi there, Would these patches be correct for someone serving in the 101st in the mid-late 1950s? I believe the eagle patch is correct with the blue edging but I wasn't sure about the other t

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    Hi there,

    Would these patches be correct for someone serving in the 101st in the mid-late 1950s? I believe the eagle patch is correct with the blue edging but I wasn't sure about the other two. Any thoughts or information would be greatly appreciated.

    Many thanks in advance.
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    The 101st is a Type 14 and would have been worn during the 50's. I would say later 50's though. These may have been worn up to the Vietnam era. The Paraglider insignia looks WW2 vintage but again would have carried over into the 50s and later.

    Nice looking insignia

    Best regards

    Smitty

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    Hi Smitty - this is great to hear. I'm a novice when it comes to patches so I really appreciate you responding here.

    I was told that the blue edging on the eagle patch was indicative of production in the 1950s. Do this hold true?

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    ETO,

    Look at my reply to similar question a few years back.

    Smitty

    Click on the link below..

    101st airborne division patch mid 50's?

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    Wonderful - thank you again Smitty!

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    The patches are to compliment this named 101st M1C I have that was used in the late 1950s. I think they display very well together.
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