Philip Hoyle sent me this clipping of a wartime Fort Benning Bayonet newspaper. It mentions gold jump wings that were not officially authorized to wear but were given to Sgt. Karl N. Best, 542nd Parachute Infantry Regiment and 501st PIB … Continue reading →
This jump wing is unmarked and seems to have been made from a sand cast mold. The pin is peculiar too. These pictures were sent to me by Beau Harper. Some people told me this could be an Italian theater … Continue reading →
Chris Brown sent me these photos of jump wings with a screw-back. Something I had never come across. He tells me these were worn on helmet liners by troopers on guard duty, parades, and ceremonial events. They are full size, … Continue reading →