United States. An Army 48 Star Glory-Gloss 55 Flag, By Dettra Flag Company, C.1945 United Republic of STRATHCONS'S H:)

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1942 and he was promoted to Commander on December 31

First Photograph is black and white

Footnote: this type of the hand crafted belt buckles were produced in small quantities for high ranking Officer's during 1944-45 period

United States. An Army 48 Star Glory-Gloss 55 Flag, By Dettra Flag Company, C.1945 United Republic of STRATHCONS'S H:)Fabricated from 95% acetate (consisting of spun filaments of cellulose taken from wood pulp; classified as a chemical fiber textile or semi synthetic, acetate is sometimes mixed with silk, wool or cotton to make it stronger) and 5% other fibers called "glory gloss", due to its ability to brighten when light is placed upon it. The flag is composed of thirteen equal horizontal stripes of red alternating with white, all of which are individually stitched