Original WWII U.S. Army Air Forces Metal & Wood Eighth Air Force Base Plaque - 18 ¾" x 17" Royal Air Force but the internal slash pocket

but the internal slash pocket still has the original label

The details throughout the characteristic Carl Eickhorn eagle are exceptional throughout the head

was too heavy for the Navy’s needs

The bore shows crisp and clear rifling

Original WWII U.S. Army Air Forces Metal & Wood Eighth Air Force Base Plaque - 18 ¾" x 17" Royal Air Force but the internal slash pocketOriginal Item: Only One Available. Here we have a fantastic "Base Plaque" for the U. S. Army Air Forces "Eighth Air Force", originally formed as the VIII Bomber Command on 19 January 1942. These were hung on the wall inside the command bases of the unit, and it is definitely an early hand made example, and measures 18 "H x 17"W. The "shield" at the rear is made from laminated wood, with a round piece of wood installed on top. A copper bronze Winged 8