Ira Eaker (1896 – 1987) led the first B-17 (heavy bomber) attack on continental Europe, a raid on Rouen, France on August 17, 1942. In 1942 he became commander of the mighty 8th Army Air Force, and in 1944, he became commander of the Mediterranean Allied Air Forces. Eaker entered the National Aviation Hall of Fame in 1970.
Eakers signature is on a postmarked air mail envelope to Washington dated January 6, 1931.
Price: $75.00 (USD)
Original WWII GI khaki money belt in excellent condition. Total length is 44 inches.
Price: $6.00 (USD)
Manufactured by Boyt in 1942 and prominently marked “Boyt 42″ under the flap. This khaki USMC M1941 pattern lower pack system is in used condition with one of the metal strap ends missing. Otherwise, there are no issues.
Price: $25.00 (USD)
I recently acquired these ski poles along with other mountain troop items I will be listing shortly. They are very early poles literally made from shaped sticks of hickory as used by 10th Mtn Division and FSSF (First Special Service Forces) troops. The baskets rims appear to be made from bent ash woven in leather. The wrist thongs are a herringbone woven material. They have inventory numbers painted over the white finish and are in structurally sound condition.
Price: $85.00 (USD)
