United States. An Army 48 Star Glory-Gloss 55 Flag, By Dettra Flag Company, C.1945 Auction 2nd Edition (1903-1921)

2nd Edition (1903-1921)

a German newspaper acting as a support under the sweatband at the front

Scarce shield

and in extremely fine condition overall

United States. An Army 48 Star Glory-Gloss 55 Flag, By Dettra Flag Company, C.1945 Auction 2nd Edition (1903-1921)Fabricated from 95% acetate (consisting of spun filaments of cellulose taken from wood pulp; classified as a chemical fiber textile or semi synthetic, acetate is sometimes mixed with silk, wool or cotton to make it stronger) and 5% other fibers called "glory gloss", due to its ability to brighten when light is placed upon it. The flag is composed of thirteen equal horizontal stripes of red alternating with white, all of which are individually stitched