Original U.S. WWII 48 Star Flag Philadelphia Quartermaster Depot - 5 Feet x 9 1/2 Feet MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly The 517th was to continue

The 517th was to continue its planned attack

due to the heavy losses that had been sustained

and has a brass "D" guard enclosing brass wire bound leather hand grip

These having been used had been in storage probably for twenty years prior to sale and then deposited with IMA

and an integrated catch

Original U.S. WWII 48 Star Flag Philadelphia Quartermaster Depot - 5 Feet x 9 1/2 Feet MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly The 517th was to continueOriginal Item: Only One Available. The flag is large and measures 5' x 9. 5' It is a sturdy wool is a multiple piece construction that and has been stitched together, the 48 stars are also individually stitched into place. Typically cotton and wool flags were issued during WWII and a nylon flag was issued during the Korean War. Earlier flags than WWII were generally only made of wool blend. Condition is excellent. Nicely stamped: PHILADELPHIA