1980's period, US Army, "Classic Coat, AG-491," belonging to a Woman, Sergeant ("E-5"),
serving in the Medical Corps., of the 82nd Airborne Division
Uniform Details
This uniform is of the 1980's period. It is a US Army, "Classic Coat, AG-491." This uniform belonged to a Woman, Sergeant,
or "E-5" as is evidenced by the rank stripes. Prior to 1978 these women were called "WAC's", for the Women's Army Corps.
This uniform is not named. It belonged to a woman who served in the Medical Corps. branch of the service for 3 years as is
evidenced by the round shape brass metal collar insignia and a patch on the left cuff. This woman's uniform also shows service in
the famous 82nd Airborne Division. The size of this uniform is a 14 short. It's condition is MINT! The uniform includes a MINT
condition pair of 1986 dated, "Slacks, Women's, Poly/Wool Serge, Green 344 Classic Design." These slacks are in a size
9S.
Comments from the Curator:
The Tank Museum has one of the largest collections of female uniforms known at well over 300 uniforms and 600 headgear
pieces. Over the years it has been observed that female uniforms are now getting the notice of traditional uniform collectors.
Prices for WWI female uniforms are now in the thousands of dollars. WWII period uniforms are now in the many of hundreds
of dollars with some even in the thousands of dollars as well. But lo and behold uniform collectors just have not begun to appreciate the value (and in many cases)
rarity, of many post war types. Rare uniforms such as this AIRBORNE example are sure to appreciate rapidly once collectors realize just how
neat they are. Here is your chance to own an affordable female AND Airborne uniform obtained direct from Fort Bragg.
Buy it Now - $250.00/set
This item is in stock. Quantity 1. Item is not listed on the museum's shopping cart, and payments can not be made directly from the site. If you have interest in this item, please contact the museum by
E-Mail, or by phone at 434-836-5323.
A.A.F. Tank Museum 3401 U.S. Hwy 29B
Danville, VA 24540 434-836-5323 Fax: 434-836-3532
