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WW2 U. S. HOME FRONT 'BLUE STAR BANNER' 3 - STAR V for VICTORY V/G USED COND.

$ 36.53

Availability: 82 in stock
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Condition: 'VERY GOOD USED CONDITION'
  • Region of Origin: United States
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Conflict: WW II (1939-45)
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Theme: Militaria
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted

    Description

    WW2 U. S. HOME FRONT 'BLUE STAR BANNER' 3 - STAR  'V'  for VICTORY. Mfg; U.S.A. Size; 8 7/8" x 13 3/8". Cond; Good Used Condition, Banner Denotes 3 Blue Star = Three Family Member Serving In The Armed Forces During World War II. The Blue Star Service Banner Was Designed And Patented In 1917 By World War 1 Army Capt. Robert L. Queissner Of The 5th Ohio Infantry, Who Had Two Sons Serving On The Front Line. It Quickly Became The Unofficial Symbol Of A Member In Service. On 24, September 1917 It Was Adopted By The Governor Of Ohio As 'The Service Banner or Flag'. During World War II, The Department Of War Issued Specifications On The Manufactures Of The Banner. Banners Can Have 1 To 5 Blue Stars, Signifying 1 to 5 Family Members Currently In Military Active Duty. Blue Star Mothers And Gold Star (KIA) Mothers Organizations Were Established During World War II Remain Active Today. Great Addition To Your WW2 U. S. Home Front Collection Or Give As A Gift. Thanks For Looking. 'FREE SHIPPING IN THE U. S. A. ONLY.