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VINTAGE U.S. ARMY INFANTRY SCHOOL — FORT BENNING, GEORGIA
AIRBORNE PARACHUTIST WINGS METAL-FACED MATCHBOX
An attractive vintage military souvenir matchbox commemorating the United States Army Infantry School at Fort Benning, Georgia.
The front features a raised silver-tone U.S. Army parachutist wings design against a contrasting black background.
Beneath the airborne insignia is the inscription:
UNITED STATES ARMY
INFANTRY SCHOOL
FT. BENNING, GA.
ITEM FEATURES
Vintage military souvenir matchbox
Decorative metal-faced outer sleeve
Raised U.S. Army parachutist wings design
Black background with silver-tone lettering and border
Fort Benning, Georgia, Infantry School inscription
Sliding cardboard match tray
Wooden matches included as photographed
Original vintage appearance with age-related wear
HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE
Fort Benning, Georgia, has a distinguished place in American military history as the longtime home of the U.S. Army Infantry School and a major center for airborne training.
The Army's experimental parachute program began at Fort Benning in 1940, helping establish the foundations of American airborne forces during World War II.
The parachutist wings design makes this an interesting collectible associated with the history and traditions of U.S. Army airborne training.
COLLECTOR APPEAL
A distinctive piece for collectors interested in:
U.S. Army military memorabilia
Fort Benning, Georgia
Army Infantry School history
Airborne and paratrooper collectibles
Military parachutist wings
Vintage military souvenirs
Military matchboxes and match holders
Historical military advertising and promotional items
Unlike an ordinary printed paper matchbook, this example features a decorative raised metal front, giving it an especially attractive appearance for display.
The exact date of manufacture is unknown, and the item is not represented as officially issued or definitively WWII-era.
The exact matchbox shown in the photographs is included.
Please review all photographs carefully for its vintage condition.
