Original USAF Patch Intelligence Unknown Squadron Thai 553 RW? Recon Batcats Spy

Description: One excellent original Vietnam era patch from an unknown USAF squadron or unit. This patch is for an Intelligence unit based at one of the Air bases in or near Thailand, as the patch is Thai made embroidery. My best guess is that this patch is for a unit at Korat RTAFB with the 553rd Reconnaissance Wing "Batcats." The patch features the classic "Phantom" character, also known as "Spook" or a spy with cloak and dagger. There is a white area in the center that looks like it represents a dagger, but there is not enough detail to really be certain. There is glue and paper residue on the back of the patch, where this one was probably glued in a photo album or scrapbook at some point. This is a really unique patch, I have not seen another one of these! The last two photos are screenshots of patches found online, and are only references as to why I think this patch is from the 553rd Recon Wing. The first reference photo is of a patch from the 553rd Recon Wing DCOI - Deputy Chief Of Intelligence. Note the heavy Thai embroidery and the use of a similar spy type character. The second reference photo is a 388th TFW Intelligence patch, which is similar overall. The 388th TFW was based at Korat RTAFB along with the 553rd RW. If you have any other information about this patch, please let me know! Photographed in natural daylight. Photos may not accurately represent actual colors. Photos are of actual items you will receive. Please see photos for condition. I can send more photos if needed. Please keep an eye on my other listings to see more rare patches, helmets, and other military collectibles for sale. I have a large collection of military antiques that I am listing. I describe everything to the best of my knowledge and provide as many pictures as possible so that you know what you are bidding on. If you need more pictures, just ask. No returns and no refunds. It is your responsibility to know what you are bidding on. Please ask any and all questions before bidding, I will answer as soon as I can. NO international shipping. No combined shipping. Do not bid if you don't intend to pay. Do not bid if you are unsure about any of my items or if you do not want to buy them. Do not bid if you have zero or negative feedback. Thank you and good luck bidding.

Price: 440 USD

Location: Conway, South Carolina

End Time: 2025-01-13T11:32:48.000Z

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