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Shoulder patches are crossed flags as shown on a dark blue patch to affix to the coat sleeve, or trim out to affix with no backing. Canadian land force officers holding the rank of colonel, brigadier, or any grade of general, wore stars and crowns as insignia in the same manner as lower ranking officers, with a special baton and. Several police forces in the united states use the rank of lieutenant colonel. Original wwii era item check out my other auctions for more great vintage military items.
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