Original U.S. WWII 48 Star "Defiance" Brand Cotton National Flag by Annin - 44" x 60"
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Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice World War Two Era 48 Star American Flag, in a nice displayable 44" x 60" size, about 3.67 x 5 feet. The flag body is of multi-piece cotton bunting construction, with the stars separate pieces sewn on, with a sturdy 1 1/4 inch canvas header. There is a clear makers label on the header, indicating that it is a DEFIANCE brand flag by ANNIN, and that it is made of COTTON BUNTING / TWO PLY - MOTH PROOF. It has the standard brass grommets at either end of the header for flying the flag.
The flag does show some wear, but no mothing or other major damage. It has the usual age toning, so the white is now somewhat beige. A very nice example, ready to display!
The general rule of thumb is that cotton flags were issued during WWII and nylon flags were issued during the Korean War. Flags made prior to WWII were made of a wool blend. This flag is made from multiple pieces of fabric, with sewn on white stars and zinc grommets. Condition is very good, with the expected age toning and wear from service, as shown. There is some tearing and tattering at the far end of the flag. A fine example of a WWII flag.
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