Original U.S. WWII B-17 Bomber “Well, Ah Do Declare!” Named A-2 Flight Jacket (Size 42) U.S. Artwork & Posters It was the result of

It was the result of the British search for a new bayonet to replace the Pattern 1907 which began just after World War I which came to the conclusion around the beginning of World War II that the best replacement for the pattern 1907 bayonet would be a spike-type bayonet

Owner's name is painted on lid together with the scales of justice

Mounted Confederate units that are known to have been issued the “short Enfield rifle” were Cobb’s & Phillip’s Legions of Georgia

all of which were also popular handgun cartridges of the day

45 ACP cartridge

Original U.S. WWII B-17 Bomber “Well, Ah Do Declare!” Named A-2 Flight Jacket (Size 42) U.S. Artwork & Posters It was the result ofOriginal Item: One of a kind. This is an exceptional A2 leather flight jacket issued to a JOE MATTHEWS of the crew of the B 17 Flying Fortress Well, Ah Do Declare!. It is very good condition in a large size 42 chest. There is some wear at the shoulders and fraying with minor holes in cotton waist band and cuffs. Has a complete fully working zipper. The best aspect of this incredible jacket is the hand painted Well, Ah Do Declare! with pin up blond on