Original WWII Japanese SOLDIER’S PERSONAL NATIONAL FLAG WITH KANJI WITH TRANSLATION! Certified

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Original WWII Japanese SOLDIER’S PERSONAL NATIONAL FLAG WITH KANJI. Most Japanese troops during the second world war carried a personal flag. They had practical as well as patriotic uses, such as marking positions to keep them safe from friendly aircraft while advancing. One piece silk example is 68cm x 52cm. An approximately 22cm diameter red “Himaru” is screened to the center of the flag’s white field. We placed a helmet on the flag for size reference. Handwritten, in black, around the Himaru are numerous kanji characters. Shows the expected age and use. It has period leather reinforcements. Excellent condition very displayable some seperation at the red area (see photos) . Absolutely Authentic Example (not a so-called sea bee flag) the Kanji is authentic! Some wear otherwise very nice condition. Has a translation (see photos) 100% Guaranteed to be authentic and is certified by The Gettysburg Museum Of History and comes with our Museum COA (certificate of authenticity). A rare piece of WWII history. DO NOT MISS THIS!  rare with translation! OUTSATANDING EXAMPLE!

Description

Vintage Japanese flag with calligraphy and handwritten characters. Red circle flag with a slightly wrinkled fabric texture, displayed on a neutral background. A detailed handwritten note about Keitaro Karasaja and Nikko town, mentioning the flag's significanc. Traditional Japanese calligraphy on paper, black ink on white background. Antique fabric with quilted corner detail from Gettysburg Museum of History display. Ancient Japanese calligraphy scroll with black ink characters on paper. Tiny snake slithering on granite countertop near cardboard box at Gettysburg Museum of History.