Dec 20, 2008 · The 101 eagle patch was one that was available at the PX. I have been told that Forrest Guth E/506 had one sewn to one of his uniforms at some point during the war. The strange looking eagle is from a trooper named King. At first glance it looks as if it is Japanese made but the back is distincly English.

Jan 24, 2008 · I would pass.I have a m43 set from an A Compmpany 506th vet.The jacket and trousers are mint.Trousers still have the cutters tags on them.My trousers have the pokects and leg ties as well as reinforced panels from the knees down.This all said I dont like the tie straps(or the pockets).The ties on my trousers and some other 101st modified trousers seem to be of a …

Aug 18, 2014 · When the 101ST AIRBORNE DIVISION deployed to Europe in for REFORGER '76 I was attending primary school in a Belgian Army Barracks in Germany. Parts of the Division were hosted by my father's unit, the 4TH Belgian Army Cavalry Regiment in Arnsberg, Germany.

Jun 26, 2012 · On August 16, 1942, the Army created the first paratrooper divisions, The 101st Airborne Division and the Fort Bragg, N.C.-based 82nd Airborne Division would go on to redefine war strategies from World War II. 70 years ago, military officials weren't so sure the 101st "Screaming Eagles" would find success.

Aug 18, 2014 · I can speak to the beret flashes and yes, they are period correct for the 101st Airborne Division in the 1970s. From left to right: 101st Airborne Division, 2nd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment 101st Airborne Division, 1st Brigade, 2nd Battalion, 502nd Infantry Regiment

May 20, 2016 · The Screaming Eagles of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) are projected to change their shoulder insignia on 1 January 2017 as shown below. In Vietnam, the 101st Airborne Division had Air Mobile in parenthesis after Airborne and later in 1974 pioneered the 1st Air Assault school at Fort Campbell Kentucky.

Jan 2, 2025 · The 101st Airborne Division looks a little odd to me, but that could just be wear and tear. The first Aviation Brigade looks OK for a veteran of service in Vietnam. Not sure what the shoulder cord is since the only authorized one worn in that location is the infantry cord. The Staff Sergeant chevrons look OK.

Jan 10, 2025 · OK, stay with me here! What collectors are revering to with these first Glider Assault Wings issued to the 101st after Operation Overlord, is the pitch of the leading edge of the Glider's Wing when looking at the

Mar 16, 2010 · I'm new to the forum, so bare with me. I recently got in contact with a local WWII re-enactment club and am looking to join. However first I need the gear. I am interested in re-enacting as a WWII 101st Airborne paratrooper, complete with the gear he would have had on the D-Day invasion. I have a few things but not many, and gotta get the rest.

Dec 17, 2012 · Here's mine- belonged to a Lt. in B/1 327 who served in 71-72. Part of a larger group, the only item I don't have is the embroidered 'Rat Pack" beret he brought home. 101st patch is U.S. made with VN made Ranger and Airborne arcs. Name is local as well.