A nicely un-issued set of embroided Airborne strips
This is e perfect example of a never seen before set of embroided Airborne arms-of-service strips aka a 'Airborne balkje'. These strips were introduced at the end of 1942 and were in use by a mix of Parachute and Glider trained soldiers of the 1st, 6th and the Canadian Airborne Troops till the end of 1944. There is a variation of types and makers of these Airborne strips. This set has a fine lettering and has the well known 'glue or paste' backing.. These Airborne strips are getting harder to find. This one is in a perfect and un-issued condition.
Code: 50914