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The following information illustrates some of the patches used by the us marines during world war two. Wwi united states military shoulder patches sleeve insignias. In memory of world war 1 round patch measures 3x3 inches and is embroidered in black yellow red green purple. After world war ii many badges were phased out of the united states armed forces in favor of more modern military badges which are used today.
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American military insignia of world war two illustrates a collection of patches or shoulder sleeve insignia and other insignia and decorations of the united states armed forces used during the second world war. Wwii us marine corps patches in world war ii, the marines played a central role in the pacific war. Shop top fashion brands accessories at free delivery and returns possible on eligible purchases. You are shopping us army infantry division patches. A unique obsolete badge situation occurred with general of the air force henry h.
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