Description

This officer served from Korea to Vietnam. All these patches were  during his service.

This lot includes six original U.S. Army patches from the Vietnam War (1961-75), making them valuable collectibles for enthusiasts of militaria.

2 – U.S. Army Forces Command (FORSCOM) Class A patch.

FORSCOM is the largest command in the U.S. Army, responsible for training and preparing combat-ready forces.

1 – 47th Infantry Division full-color patch, often nicknamed the “Viking” Division.

• The circular shape represents the shield of Thor, the Norse god of strength and victory.

• The blue center signifies the Infantry branch, and the red border represents the Artillery, the initial components of the division formed in 1946.

• The white helmet is the headgear of a Viking warrior.

3 – U.S. Army Ranger Tab patch. This tab is a service school qualification awarded to military personnel who successfully complete the U.S. Army Ranger School.

The Ranger Tab is an embroidered arc-shaped patch worn on the uniform.

The version in the image has a black background with gold/yellow embroidered letters and border, authorized for wear on the Army Green Service Uniform (AGSU).

The patches represent a piece of history from the conflict and are a tangible reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers during this period. Made in Vietnam, these authentic patches add a unique touch to any collection focusing on military memorabilia from this era.

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