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Up for sale is a genuine, vintage United States Army Corps of Engineers Company C, 8th Engineer Battalion unit field guidon flag.
This is a true military-specification regulation flag featuring a high-quality double-sided, multi-piece construction. The battalion number "8", company letter "C", and the iconic center Corps Castle insignia are individually stitched panels that read correctly from left to right on BOTH sides of the flag. This dual-sided legibility distinguishes it as an authentic field-issued piece rather than a cheap, single-sided souvenir reproduction.
CONDITION & HISTORICAL WEAR:
The guidon is in good vintage condition and displays beautifully. It exhibits honest, character-rich field wear from active military service, including typical light surface dust, minor storage wrinkling, and localized dark grease/oil smudges near the top numbering. The fly ends, swallowtail points, and the heavy canvas mounting sleeve remain entirely intact with no major fraying or structural decay.
The fabric is a coarse, heavy wool/cotton blend bunting consistent with mid-century defense procurement. The flag has been left in its untouched, unwashed state to protect its historical integrity and value.
Perfect for collectors of elite US military artifacts, combat engineering history, or veteran lineage from the historic 1st Cavalry Division.
SHIPPING:
Will be packed with care and shipped loosely rolled or flat to prevent hard creasing to the vintage fabric panels.
