LOST WORLDS COLLECTION A-2 FLIGHT JACKET 324th Bombardment Squadron ("Memphis Belle")
91st Bombardment Group
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A barely worn
Russet Goatskin A-2 from the famed "Memphis Belle" squadron, one of the first B-17 units sent to Europe in
1942. A rare, pristine example of legendary historical provenance. The remarkable English-made squadron patch combines embroidery
and composite felt construction. Note the fully intact AAF decal on
the left sleeve -- very rare for these decals to survive. The
pilot's name was Carr, hence the painted nickname "Box"! The felt
8th AF patch on the right sleeve is also somewhat unusual -- such
were generally uniform insignia. Note too the Crown zipper. When we
obtained this piece we couldn't believe it was so pristine. Made by
BRONCO SPORTSWEAR, a major WWII contractor noted for distinctive,
high quality A-2s, evident here in the beautiful collar definition
and graceful epaulet construction and stitching.
