Original US Military issue
A fantastic, originally patched Special Forces Jungle Jacket worn by Eugene J Lewandowski. This jacket came from a large grouping of uniforms, patched similarly.
Through a collaborative effort with other historians and collectors, we were able to verify that this grouping is matched with Eugene J Lewandowski's military career. By cross-referencing the awards displayed on the jackets with military records and newspaper articles from 1966-1971, we established a certain match. Other jackets in the grouping display a Pathfinder patch on the left breast pocket and an Expert Infantryman's Badge above the left breast pocket.
With information retrieved from newspaper articles, Lewandowski served with 'A' Detachment, 4th Battalion, 12th Special Forces Group (USAR). He retired a Lt Col.
The jacket is decorated with period-applied patches, displaying the career of a committed Special Forces officer.
Insignia includes:
Subdued Special Forces SSI & Airborne tab
Master Parachutist Badge
Expert Infantryman Badge
Vietnamese-made US Army branch tape
US-made nylon name tape (used from 1969 onward)
Captain rank collar insignia
Infantry branch collar insignia
Pathfinder wing
Flat garment measurements in inches:
Chest: 42" (21" P2P)
Length: 29"
Arm: 23"
Shoulder: 18"
