Original U.S. WWII Airborne Glider School Insignia Patch Barrels the weapon measured 307 cm

the weapon measured 307 cm (10 feet 1 inch) high

Its deeply drawn-down bowl was intended to give much more coverage to the back and sides of the head than the British helmet without impeding movement

worn on the exterior but with a cracker on the inside

Incredible Attention to Detail

Original U.S. WWII Airborne Glider School Insignia Patch Barrels the weapon measured 307 cmOriginal Item: Only One Available. This patch was first worn by the United States Airborne Glider School then worn later by the 79th Troop Carrier Squadron of the IX Troop Carrier Command. The 79th was a unit that carried the glider troops into Normandy on D Day, June 6, 1944. Patch is 100% cotton embroidery and passes both the UV and burn tests. It measures 5 1 4" wide x 3 1 2" high. Offered in excellent condition.