1940’s WWII Named Cable Raincoat A-2 Flight Jacket Size 42

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Jacketmade by Cable Raincoat Co, Spring 1942. Lining, zipper, and cuffs have been replaced in the past. Corrosion present on snaps and zipper.

Named to a Robert B Candler Jr, 453rd Bombardment Group, 733rd Bomb Squadron. He served through Korea and retired after 24 years. That squadron was known for completing 82 consecutive missions without a loss, the record for the 8th Air Force. Jimmy Stewart was the 453rd BG’s Operations Officer in 1944. The story in the last pictures was found in the pocket and will be included. Check pictures and measurements before purchase.

Measurements:

Chest - 22.5”

Length - 25.5”

Shoulders - 19”

Sleeves - 25” 

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