December 6-8, 2023 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/8/2023
Cold War uniform ensemble consisting of am M1951 wool field shirt with matching trousers, US Army style black boots, M1951 pile field cap, black leather gloves, and black 1911 pistol belt. The shirt is embroidered with lieutenant general rank and the name Flanagan. A photo of General Edward Flanagan accompanies the lot and this uniform was on display as belonging to Flanagan. The pile cap features para wings and lieutenant general rank and the name "LT. GEN. FLANAGAN" is written inside the cap, it is unknown if this was written in the general's hand. General Edward Flanagan had an impressive military career starting in World War II as a lieutenant in the 674th Glider Field Artillery Battalion and ending as Commanding General, Sixth Army. The uniform was possibly assembled for the general to wear to commemoration events. as he served actively throughout the Korean War. The uniform is clean overall with typical blemishes from wear and storage. CONDITION: Good.
Item Dimensions: 25" X 16"