Lot of 8 WWII US Army 5th Air Force AAF Felt Snowback Cheesecloth WORN Patches

This lot consists of 8 original WWII US Army 5th Air Force AAF patches worn during World War II. Included are vintage shoulder sleeve insignias featuring the iconic Southern Cross constellation and comet design. This group includes multiple highly sought-after manufacturing variations showcasing both the fronts and backs. Includes an early-war wool/felt base variant, standard cotton twill bases, and distinct cheesecloth (“snowback”) and blue denim/twill reinforced backings. No significant moth damage, rot, or major staining is noted. Please review all the photographs to inspect the specific weaves, thread types, and construction details. Please see our other lots for a remarkable and 100% original, and historically consistent estate lot of World War II insignia belonging to an enlisted USAAF veteran who served extensively in the Pacific Theater. This grouping provides a fantastic window into wartime textile manufacturing variations.