Vintage US Army Korean War Patches Dress Jacket 1956 Serge Wool Forest Green

Vintage US Army Korean War Patches Dress Jacket 1956 Serge Wool Forest Green Tagged a Men's Size 39 S See measurements below for sizing and fit Great used condition normal wear Consistent with Vintage Loose Threads on the Shoulder Patches see Photos Style Military Dress Coat Material Serge Wool Collared Notched Lapel Button Down front Closure Cargo Button Down Front Pockets Chest ribbons represent the following: Army Service Commendation metal Asiatic Pacific Campaign Metal WW2 Victory Metal Korean Service Metal (Four Embroidered Stars) Army Reserve Metal United Nations Metal 8th Army Shoulder Patches Active duty/combat Arm stripes Patch Meritorious Service Arm Patch The 8th army patch was worn from 1944 to Present. The US 8th Army was activated in Tennessee. During World War II the "Amphibious Eighth" made 52 beach assualts on islands across the Pacific. Red and white are the colors used to distinguish the flags of Armies. The white cross pattern divides the octagon into 8 areas representing the numerical designation of the Army. Approximate Measurements Laying Flat Pit to Pit 19" Padded Shoulder Width 18" Padded Sleeves 23.5" Waist 18" Length from Center Back 29" Back Vent 10.5" Classy Classic Timeless Minimalist 50s Military WW2 WWII Era Neutral Sustainable Historic Nostalgia Memorabilia Americana Greatest Generation Patriotic