Patches and shoulder insignia enjoyed quite a variety of designs and materials during WWII. Materials such as felt, wool and
cotton were employed. The designs and patterns of the unit patches were very colorful. The rank patches were usually
subdued (OD green or tan). In-country made patches were created, primarily from the fact that supplies were not delivered with
consistency to the front lines. In many cases, soldiers had to figure out how to obtain their own rank and patches. These
were hand made and varied in construction techniques.
This section of the site provides examples of some of the patches used during WWII.
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