Original WWII Japanese NATIONAL FLAG Brought Home By A U.S. Veteran Certified

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Original WWII Japanese  NATIONAL FLAG WITH Brought Home By A U.S. Veteran Certified. 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. . Shows the expected age and use. . It has period gold covered leather reinforcements and ties. (some of these date to the occupation period) 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! One of the better ones we have seen, excellent  condition!

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Vintage Japanese flag with red circle on white background, wrinkled and worn. Vintage military helmet on a white cloth with red circle. Frayed fabric edge with string on dark background at Gettysburg Museum of History.