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Wwii Us Army 45th Infantry Division (thunderbird) Enlisted Man's Service







Up for sale is an exceptional, completely untouched World War II US Army M1939 Enlisted Man's 4-Pocket Service Coat with incredible combat history stitched right into the wool. This uniform belonged to an Infantry Sergeant who served on the front lines with the famous 45th Infantry Division ("Thunderbird") through some of the most brutal campaigns of the European Theater before being reassigned to a training cadre post-war. This piece is a phenomenal, untouched historical artifact that features a crisp, clear laundry mark, making it a prime candidate for genealogical and military archival research! ###128269; Detailed Insignia & Patch Breakdown. ###129413; Right Shoulder (Combat Patch): Original wartime-sewn 45th Infantry Division ("Thunderbird") patch, indicating front-line combat service with the unit 1000021206.
###127979; Left Shoulder (Discharge/Current Unit): Replacement and School Command tricolor patch, showing his final stateside assignment prior to discharge 1000021200. Collar Disks: Features a matching pair of authentic screw-back brass disks-the U. Enlisted disk on the right and Crossed Rifles (Infantry) on the left 1000021199. Ribbon Rack: A deeply meaningful 4-piece ribbon bar setup featuring 1000021201.
European-African-Middle Eastern (EAME) Campaign Medal loaded with 4 Bronze Campaign Stars and a Bronze Arrowhead Device (denoting participation in a hazardous amphibious assault landing). World War II Victory Medal. Right Breast: Features the original sewn khaki lozenge Honorable Discharge Patch (popularly known as the "Ruptured Duck") 1000021202.
Rank & Service Stripes: Authentic Sergeant (E-5) chevrons sewn to both sleeves 1000021200. The lower left sleeve features 3 Gold Overseas Service Bars, representing 18 to 23 months of active combat zone service overseas 1000021200. ###127919; Research Potential (The Golden Ticket).
LAUNDRY MARK: Inside the lining, there is a bold, clear ink-stamped laundry mark reading P-1515 1000021204. Png, alongside a secondary depot processing stamp 1694 1000021205.
Because the 45th Division and National Personnel Records Center archives are so thorough, a collector can use this unique identifier (Last name starting with P, Army Service Number ending in 1515) to track down the exact name, hometown, and service record of this brave Infantry Sergeant. Overall Condition: Excellent vintage condition 1000021199. Fabric : The heavy olive drab wool holds its original shape beautifully with excellent color preservation 1000021199.
Hardware : All original brass buttons are present, securely attached, and retain a brilliant patina 1000021199. Interior : The inner satin lining is intact, showing only standard light wear consistent with actual military service 1000021204.
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