Step back into history with this meticulous reproduction of the legendary 101st Airborne 'Screaming Eagles' patch, as worn during WWII.
Key Features
- Authentic Reproduction: Faithfully replicates the historical 'Screaming Eagles' patch, ensuring accuracy for period-correct displays and reenactments.
- Detailed Embroidery: Features crisp, vibrant embroidery, with a black background, white eagle head, yellow beak and 'AIRBORNE' lettering, bringing the iconic eagle design to life.
- Durable Construction: Crafted from robust embroidered fabric and high-quality thread, designed for longevity whether worn or displayed.
- Distinctive 'White Tongue' Variant: Represents a specific historical production style, appealing to collectors interested in precise wartime variations with the eagle facing left with a white lower jaw/tongue.
- Two-Piece Design with 'AIRBORNE' Tab: Includes the separate, arched 'AIRBORNE' tab, accurately reflecting how the insignia was worn on uniforms, typically as a sew-on attachment.
Historical Significance: The 'Screaming Eagles' Legacy
The 101st Airborne Division, the 'Screaming Eagles', is famed for its elite paratrooper actions in WWII, from the D-Day landings in Normandy to holding Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge. This distinctive patch symbolised their ferocity in combat. The 'White Tongue' variant signifies a unique wartime production style, a fascinating detail for historians and collectors keen on accurate period representations.
Bring home a tangible piece of this celebrated military legacy, ideal for historical displays, reenactments, or as a valued addition to your collection.