This is an original WW2-era paratrooper oval representing the 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 11th Airborne Division, complete with finely hand-embroidered jump wings. The oval features a blue and white color scheme indicative of the 511th PIR and was worn on the service coat beneath the Parachutist Qualification Badge, serving both as a unit identifier and a proud emblem of Airborne status.

The 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment was activated in 1943 and quickly became one of the most distinguished airborne units of the Pacific Theater. As part of the 11th Airborne Division, the 511th played a critical role in several key campaigns, including the liberation of the Philippines and the legendary raid on the Los Baños internment camp in February 1945—a daring rescue operation that freed over 2,000 civilian prisoners from behind enemy lines. The unit’s performance throughout the war earned it multiple commendations and a revered place in airborne history.

This particular oval is uniform-removed and displays excellent character, with tightly stitched jump wings sewn directly onto the patch—an uncommon feature that adds to its rarity and visual impact. A beautiful and historically significant piece that reflects the courage and precision of America’s airborne soldiers in the Pacific War.

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