Original pre-WWII 6 x 8 photograph showing U. Navy personnel at Coco Solo, Canal Zone, loading and preparing aerial torpedoes during the interwar naval aviation period. The photograph carries a period handwritten caption in the lower margin reading: Loading Aerial Torpedoes. This is an exceptional working ordnance image, not simply a posed sailor photograph. Several torpedoes appear to be in process at the same time, giving the image unusually strong technical detail. The torpedoes visible appear consistent with early U. Coco Solo was one of the most important U. Navy installations in the Panama Canal Zone, guarding the Atlantic entrance to the canal and supporting submarine, seaplane, patrol, and naval aviation activity. That makes this image especially desirable as a Canal Zone, U. This photograph is part of a larger documented Coco Solo naval officer archive, adding strong provenance and context. Interwar images showing aerial torpedoes being loaded or staged for aircraft use are scarce, especially with a period caption directly identifying the activity. Strong collecting angles include U. Navy, Coco Solo, Panama Canal Zone, naval aviation, seaplane operations, early aerial torpedoes, interwar ordnance development, submarine base history, and pre-WWII military technology. Original period photograph measuring approximately 6 x 8 inches. Clear image with strong torpedo and sailor detail. Period handwritten caption visible in lower margin. Please review all photos for condition. Navy sailors loading aerial torpedoes. Location: Coco Solo, Canal Zone, Panama. Date: Circa 1920s-early 1930s. Size: Approximately 6 x 8 inches. Photo Type: Original black-and-white photograph. Navy, Naval Aviation, Torpedoes, Seaplanes, Panama Canal Zone. Era: Interwar / Pre-WWII. Region of Origin: United States / Canal Zone. Number of Items: 1.
ORIGINAL EARLY 1920’S INTERWAR PERIOD UNITED STATES ARMY AIR CORPS PILOT WINGS, 3 INCH FULL SIZE, PIN-BACK. WEIGHT: 26 GRAMS UNMARKED STERLING SILVER. During World War II, with the rise of the Army Air Forces, a second series of aviator badges were issued to include a design that has survived to the modern day. The Pilot Badge was issued in three degrees, including Pilot, Senior Pilot, and Command Pilot. A polished silver colored version of these badges is currently used as the United States Air Force Pilot Badges. From August 1941 to November 1942, the Enlisted Aviator program was restarted. Candidates had to be at least 18, possess a high school diploma, and have graduated at the top of their high school class. Graduates were rated as Flight Staff Sergeants or Flight Technical Sergeants and wore the same pilot’s wings as officers. They were usually assigned to pilots of transport and auxiliary aircraft to free officer pilots to pilot the more prestigious fighters and bombers. Auxiliary pilots received their own special wings to indicate their status and specialty. In November 1942 all enlisted pilots were promoted to Flight Officer rank and enlisted cadets were graded as Flight Officers or Second Lieutenants depending on merit. Please let me know if there’s anything else I can do for you!
The product is a set of original 1920’s US Army Air Service aeronaut balloon pilot wings from the W. This item holds historical significance as it represents a piece of military aviation history from the early 20th century.
1920s WW2 AAC Army Air Corps Corporal’Winged Propeller’ Chevrons Patch Cotton. Original 1920’s WWII AAC Army Air Corps Corporal’Winged Propeller’ Chevrons Patch Cotton, Early Production, Good Issued. As Photographed with wear as seen – Period Pre or Early Wartime Production. A Nice Candidate for any Collection, Library, or Display. Recent Estate Collection Acquisition & Presented as Acquired, Scarce (single not pair). Check back often – we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria. Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item listed – further condition information will be included in the listing as is relevant, if you need additional photographs or have questions regarding the condition please do not hesitate to ask. I describe all items to the best of my ability – please do not hesitate to ask any and all questions prior to the close of the listing. Mistakes very rarely occur – however if one does please rest assured that it will be corrected. International Buyers are Welcome!
ORIGINAL 1920’S UNITED STATES NAVY CHIEF PETTY OFFICER INSIGNIA CAP BADGE, 1-3/4 INCH X 1-1/4 INCH, PIN-BACK. The United States Navy Chief Petty Officer Cap badge consist of a gold fouled anchor with silver block letters “USN” superimposed on the anchor’s shank. One, two, or three silver stars are attached above the anchor’s stock indicating Senior Chief, Master Chief, and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy. Please let me know if there’s anything else I can do for you!
I have other WWII and military collectibles and unique items listed. Here is a rare extra small 2 piece construction Inter-War German Belt Buckle. This was made anywhere from 1920 until 1933. The last few pics show this buckle compared to one from WWII Germany. This one is noticeably smaller than most. I’ve also seen very few TWO PIECE belt buckles. IF SOMEONE HAS MORE INFO ON THIS, PLEASE MESSAGE ME AS I WOULD ALSO LIKE TO KNOW! Please see pics for more details. I HAVE NO CONTROL OVER IT. VOTE TO CHANGE THINGS!
Pre-WWII / 1920’s USN Navy Midshipman Cadet Uniform Coatee Dress Parade Captain LR SAUER. Pre-WWII / 1920’s USN Navy Naval Academy Midshipman Cadet Uniform Coatee Dress Parade LR SAUER – Sauer is listed as living in Annapolis MD in 1924 when he was married, Lloyd Raymond Sauer b. 19 May 1905 – d. 12 Apr 1968 was a Captain in The United States Navy who served in WW2 & The Korean War – Fine Issued Condition. As Photographed with a button missing, wear, and age as seen (please see photos for condition). A Great Candidate for any Collection, War Room, or Display. Recent Estate Collection Acquisition & Presented as Acquired, Scarce (Photo 24 Digital Reference Only) – Warrants Further Research. Check back often – we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria. Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item listed – further condition information will be included in the listing as is relevant, if you need additional photographs or have questions regarding the condition please do not hesitate to ask. I describe all items to the best of my ability – please do not hesitate to ask any and all questions prior to the close of the listing. Mistakes very rarely occur – however if one does please rest assured that it will be corrected. International Buyers are Welcome!
1920s antique NAVY SAILOR SCRAPBOOK portsmouth va CURRENT uss new york travel. SCROLL DOWN for MORE PHOTOS. To view or search ANTIQUE. This listing is for the thick scrapbook shown. We’ve photographed most of the navy related pages and a couple of the sexy lady cutouts (there are a lot of pretty women cutouts in this book). Some of the military included (all glued to the pages). USS NEW YORK EPHEMERA. Section of handwritten poems. USS THOMPSON CHRISTMAS CARD. USS UTAH Guantanamo Bay. There are quite a few blank pages from the original book titledW/T SIGNAL LOG ON H. CONDITION : See listing description and photos. Powered by SixBit’s eCommerce Solution.
ORIGINAL LATE 1920’S INTERWAR PERIOD UNITED STATES ARMY AIR CORPS PILOT WINGS, 3 INCH FULL SIZE, PIN-BACK W/ OPEN “C” CATCH. During World War II, with the rise of the Army Air Forces, a second series of aviator badges were issued to include a design that has survived to the modern day. The Pilot Badge was issued in three degrees, including Pilot, Senior Pilot, and Command Pilot. A polished silver colored version of these badges is currently used as the United States Air Force Pilot Badges. From August 1941 to November 1942, the Enlisted Aviator program was restarted. Candidates had to be at least 18, possess a high school diploma, and have graduated at the top of their high school class. Graduates were rated as Flight Staff Sergeants or Flight Technical Sergeants and wore the same pilot’s wings as officers. They were usually assigned to pilots of transport and auxiliary aircraft to free officer pilots to pilot the more prestigious fighters and bombers. Auxiliary pilots received their own special wings to indicate their status and specialty. In November 1942 all enlisted pilots were promoted to Flight Officer rank and enlisted cadets were graded as Flight Officers or Second Lieutenants depending on merit. Please let me know if there’s anything else I can do for you!
I have other WWII and military collectibles and unique items listed. Here is a rare extra small 2 piece construction Inter-War German Belt Buckle. This was made anywhere from 1920 until 1933. The last few pics show this buckle compared to one from WWII Germany. This one is noticeably smaller than most. I’ve also seen very few TWO PIECE belt buckles. IF SOMEONE HAS MORE INFO ON THIS, PLEASE MESSAGE ME AS I WOULD ALSO LIKE TO KNOW! Please see pics for more details. I HAVE NO CONTROL OVER IT. VOTE TO CHANGE THINGS!