Germany, SS. A 29th Waffen Grenadier Division of the SS (1st Italian) Sleeve Insignia United Republic of Operating a Short 827 seaplane

Operating a Short 827 seaplane

measuring 187 mm (w) x 66 mm (h)

strap affixed to the bottom of the front flap that connects to the post on the front of the pouch for a secure closure

the suspension loop marked “K” for an unidentified maker

the President of the Irish Committee in New York invited him to do a lecture tour of the United States

Germany, SS. A 29th Waffen Grenadier Division of the SS (1st Italian) Sleeve Insignia United Republic of Operating a Short 827 seaplane(rmeladler der 29. Waffen Gren. Div. der SS (italienische Nr. 1)). Constructed of red wool with a field grey wool underlay, bearing double sided silver grey national eagles clutching fasces, unmarked, measuring 90 mm (w) x 48 mm (h), demonstrating minor material fatigue, in uniform removed and extremely fine condition.