WW2 Guidion

[lonewolf523]

Gentlemen,
Here is what I think is a WW2 guidon from the 40th Cavalry Reconnaissance Troop (Mechanized) a sub unit of the 40th Infantry Division.
Let me know what you think, It is one side and very thin material and coming apart in many places.
Thanks as always.

[08SMLE48]

I think if it was a guidon for use it would be two sided so when it is present in a formation it is visible from both sides and no matter the direction the wind is blowing. I’ve only seen two sided guidons in actual use. Perhaps it’s a display or was a presentation piece.

[lonewolf523]

I have look some more into this guidon and all the ones from WW2 are one sided. Hope someone will know more about this.
Thanks

[Jerry B]

A good looking item