Patch, Insignia

Object number2011.26.3

Datec. 1944

OriginGermany

Mediumcotton; nylon

Credit LineGIft of Rosemary Sirianni

DescriptionGrey and black patch. Features embroidered image of a flying eagle with the swastika in talons.Dimensions1.875 x 3.5 in. (4.8 x 8.9 cm)
Historical NotesWWII German Luftwaffe (Air Force) Breast Eagle patch from uniform tunic. It was concluded that these items are from Nazi uniforms and more than likely were picked up as war trophies off of German soldiers by Vincent Sirianni's service in Europe. Vincent Sirianni was born in Gizzeria, Italy, in 1923 and immigrated to America in 1933. Sirianni served in Europe and North Africa as an administrator, due mostly to the fact that he spoke Italian and English, as well as some French. He also knew shorthand. Vincent Sirianni is donor Rosemary Sirianni's father.

Previous owner Vincent Sirianni (born 1923)

Related institution Nazi Party

Related institution Luftwaffe

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