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ARTIFACT:
Great WWII United States Army Air Forces 79th Fighter Group Christmas Card, most likely from 1944 and possibly printed in Italy. The front of the card depicts a winged star 'shining down' upon the words: "CHRISTMAS GREETINGS from the 79 FIGHTER GROUP". The inside left features the insignia of the 79th Fighter Group insignia, an Egyptian panel with a bird, snake, sun and ankh over the words "The Falcons Flying Skulls Π Comanches Π Mosquitos(sic)". The inside right reads: "May the holy spirit of Christmas Shine down on earth anew And the day of tidings most joyous Bring blessed peace to you!" and it is signed: "Merry Christmas + Happy New Year Raymond"
VINTAGE:
Circa WWII.
SIZE:
When folded: About 5-1/16" in width by 6-1/4" in height.
MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION:
Printed paper.
ATTACHMENT:
N/A.
MARKINGS:
None.
ITEM NOTES:
This is from a large collection of Military Christmas Cards which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VCBX06 LAFEX5/15 SAFEX10/15
CONDITION:
8+ (Excellent): Very minor storage wear.
GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.
