{"product_id":"original-us-first-army-patch","title":"US First Army Patch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis original US First Army shoulder patch is genuine military surplus from United States Army stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMilitary History\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe US First Army is the oldest field army in the United States military, first established in 1918. Represented by the distinctive capital letter \u003cb\u003eA\u003c\/b\u003e, the insignia displays the unit identity in bold black over a split \u003cb\u003ewhite and red background\u003c\/b\u003e with a dark green border. This original shoulder sleeve patch saw active wear across historical twentieth-century campaigns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePatch Specifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade with dense fabric stitching, this embroidered patch measures \u003cb\u003e8cm in height\u003c\/b\u003e, tapering from \u003cb\u003e6cm at the base\u003c\/b\u003e to \u003cb\u003e5cm across the top\u003c\/b\u003e. The cloth backing and reinforced stitched edge ensure the insignia holds its shape when attached to uniforms, field coats, or display boards. It features standard sew-on mounting for secure attachment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePractical Uses\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are completing a period-accurate uniform for \u003cb\u003ehistorical reenactment\u003c\/b\u003e, building a patch collection, or customising a military-style jacket, this original insignia provides genuine detail. Its compact size and bold visual contrast make it easy to stitch onto sleeve shoulders, gear bags, or shadow boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd this genuine US First Army patch to your collection or uniform setup today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surplus Quartermasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56040780005761,"sku":"SKU3603B","price":2.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0220\/2076\/files\/fec9eaa377c836efb42b4c54c21c34e2.jpg?v=1785919564","url":"https:\/\/surplusqm.com\/products\/original-us-first-army-patch","provider":"Surplus Quartermasters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}