I got it! I got it! Here is the jacket I won.

OH WOW! BIG Congrats on this, Marion! Starting to collect militariua now as well!

What a great auction to win! I am sure you will be a proud custodian of that piece! Hopefully yo will be able to find out more about the man who wore it as well!?

Indeed! I will know the engineer's name and well will be receiving the photos too. My buddy Al Kincer of the same unit will help me to authenticate. Of course I will share my news as soon as the package arrives.

Wowser. That does look fine. And you got some documents with it.

The patches provide a good history. II Corps in Italy on his RIGHT shoulder and then transferred to 9th Army(Left Shoulder).

I'm surprised that I didn't see this one. I am usually the 'friend' who bugs you with these items I see on eBay. I've seen a few this week but forgot what and where. I'm on the lookout for a nice "chocolate" Officer's tunic, but I can't decide if I want one with history like yours or buy a plain one and add the insignia to "build" my own.

Steve

I took my latest IKE jackt purchase to show off at our Military Collector's Club meeting. I bought this jacket in a little store in the LA area.

I was checking the lining for a dated tag and found a laundry tag that had my name on it!! This jacket was meant for me!!

IKE Jacket with SHAEF and 15 Army Group patches.

This lapel pin is from my collection and waiting for right owner!Acctualy -Marion!

So, chief i only can say-this look much better in reality, you will see.

Regards Le Kid

Ooo-weee! What a great pin! I will see huh? Gee, now you have me wondering...

Say, did you ever get my surprise gift in the mail? I sent it about two months ago. Please tell me you got it! I am going to be really bummed if it got lost in the long trip overseas.

Beautiful Jeacket, Custerman!!!!

Marion, i have not recieved any mail from you!Two month's? My God!

BTW Jacket(on picture) is a real beauty!Congrats!!!

What you say about this piece from my collection-Army Air Force Vest Type C-1?

I've heard it's a very rare.Is it? I'm waiting for some information ...

Marion, i have not recieved any mail from you!  Two month's? My God!

Oh now I am bummed. I had a little surprise for you and sent it in a box about the size of a video tape. Well I guess someone else is enjoying your present.

I shall not give up and will try again. It will still be a surprise, but... It's a little something for your collection.

I will let you know when I resend it so you can be on the lookout. I will also confirm your address when I do so.

What you say about this piece from my collection-Army Air Force Vest Type C-1?

 

I've heard it's a very rare.Is it? I'm waiting for some information ...

I will see what I can find out. I am sure our other members will try and come up with some further info too.

BTW, thanks. I am very excited about receiving my Ike. My first major acquisition.

Misha,

Your photo was dark, so at first I thought this was a Viet Nam-era USAF vest made out of nylon. But I edited your photo so I could see details and it doesn’t appear to be that type.

I found a vest just like yours on eBay: Item number: 6538681144. He thinks it was made between WW1 and WW2 but I don’t believe that. The US Air Force (organized in 1947) still used the Star and Wings insignia from WW2 era. However, his vest does have “Army Air Forces†printed on it which does signify pre-1947.

Here is another one just like yours on eBay listed for $75: Item number: 6539573592. That doesn't mean that is the value of it. But keep an eye on it to see how the bidding ends.

Marion,

Speaking of your new purchase, that brings up a question. What became of your Father's uniform and/or insignia, patches and such??? Did he save it and pass it along to someone in the family??

Steve

Marion,

Speaking of your new purchase, that brings up a question. What became of your Father's uniform and/or insignia, patches and such? Did he save it and pass it along to someone in the family??

I haven't the foggiest. I wish I had his uniform, but sadly I do not. I do know that mom gave away my dad's Luger and German officer's sword when he died. She didn't even confer with me. Been trying for years to ascertain what happened to them. Maybe someone from the family will let on someday. I do not know.

If you've read my dad's page and viewed the photo page, then you will see his patches and ribbons, etc., along with his photos from the ETO. That I did have and still cherish to this day. That is how I was able to put this site together. Just amazing.

I received the Ike jacket this morning. Arrived just as he stated along with photos and a photocopy of the page from his outfit with his photo and name. His is Corporal Coviello.

I will place all the info on the forum, but not tonight. Too exhausted!

I tried on the jacket as soon as I got it. Lee said, boy that looks small. It's still a bit big, but doesn't fit too bad. I was in seventh heaven. I am still smiling.

Marion (worldwide known as Le Gal ! ),

Someone else enjoy in my present? What a Bingo for him!I'm sorry to hear that!

We must find safe way for presents!i have some friends who live in Canada and U.S.A. Some of them will came to me ,very soon, maybe i can send presents to you via friends? I'll try for sure!

Dear Custermen, thanks for information,picture is a very dark,that's true,

there is no any nylon stuff on vest, maybe those pictures can help, i don't intrested in value, only in period, because i don't want trade with pieces from collection,esspecially U.S. made, one day (maybe in my 80's)i'll return them where

they belong-U.S.A.-possibly the most beautiful place on the Earth!

Le Gal here! I just got a confirmation email from Al Kincer of the 48th Combat Engineers:

Ernest M. Coviello, 188---22 Palo Alto Ave., Hollis, Long Island, N.Y. S-1 Section 48 Engrs.

Yee-haw! I am going to send him copies of the photos to see if he is able to identify any of Ernest's buddies. This is really something.

The first scan is of Communications, S-3, S-1 (that's Caviello seated in the middle) and S-2. This is taken from the 48th's book.