US 9th Army Patch
Condition:Grade 1
Good used condition. Fully functional and field-ready, with light wear and typical service markings.
KEY FEATURES
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This original US 9th Army patch is a genuine military surplus shoulder sleeve insignia.
European Theatre Lineage
Activated in 1944, the Ninth Army commanded Allied forces across France and Germany during World War Two. The unit spearheaded the advance across the Elbe River before its initial deactivation in 1945. Later reactivated in 2012 to support United States Army Africa operations, this original military surplus patch represents an impressive history of service in Western Europe.
Heraldic Nonagon Symbolism
The insignia features a distinctive nine-sided nonagon shape that represents the numerical designation of the 9th Army. Traditional army red and white colours form the embroidered field and central symbol. A bold letter A sits inside the border, providing an immediate, high-visibility visual identifier for military collectors and historical uniform displays.
Embroidered Cotton Construction
Measuring approximately 6cm by 6cm, the badge is built on a durable cotton canvas backing with tight thread stitching. It is designed for easy sewing onto uniform sleeves, jackets, or display boards. The compact design allows it to sit cleanly alongside other rank badges and divisional patches without crowding your setup.
Add this genuine Ninth Army shoulder patch to your military insignia collection or WWII uniform build.
This item was used by the US Army during the WWII (1939–1945) and is in Grade 1 condition. It is in very good condition with plenty of life left. We recommend giving it a wash before wearing.
Grade 1 represents solid, fully functional military surplus that has been deployed or issued but remains in great usable condition with plenty of life left.
- Functionality: 100% field-ready. All main zippers, press studs, drawstrings, and buckles work as intended with no critical faults.
- Fabric & Wear: Structurally sound with light cosmetic wear, minor abrasion, or subtle fading from normal military use and laundering.
- Markings & Personalisation: May feature soldier names, unit numbers, service markings, or light depot stamps written on tags or fabric.
- Repairs: May include neat, professional military-standard stitches or minor reinforcement patches that do not compromise gear integrity.
- Storage & Cleanliness: Gear is serviceable straight out of the box, though a standard initial wash or airing is recommended to clear typical military surplus storage scent and minor handling dust.
| Product Code | SKU3604B |
| Department | Accessories |
| Condition/Grade | Grade 1 |
| Era | WWII (1939–1945) |
| Issuing Country | US |
| Service | Army |
| Designation | US Ninth Army Shoulder Sleeve Insignia (SSI) |
| Material | Cotton Canvas Base with Cotton Embroidery Thread |
| Approval Date | 21 September 1944 |
| Design Shape | Nonagon (9-Sided Polygon) |
| Colour / Pattern | Red |
| Key Features | Lightweight |
| Activities | Historical Reenactment, Everyday Casual |
Same-Day Dispatch: Orders placed before 1:00 PM (Monday–Friday) dispatch the same day from our Aberystwyth warehouse with full online tracking.
UK Delivery: Free standard UK delivery on orders over £50. Royal Mail Tracked 24, Tracked 48, and Next Day courier options available.
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Worldwide Shipping: We ship overseas daily via Tracked Airmail and DHL Express (delivering in ~2 days to the US and 2–5 days to Europe).
60-Day Hassle-Free Returns: Take your time to inspect your gear. Return any item in its original condition within 60 days of delivery.
Free UK Sizing Exchanges: Need a different size? We will exchange it free of charge for UK customers.
Prompt Refunds: Returns are inspected and processed within 5 working days of reaching our Aberystwyth warehouse depot.
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