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Expertise
I am a collector of USAAF World War Two sterling wings. I can answer general history questions on the air war in the ETO from a USAAF perspective. I am also able to answer questions about the equipment used by USAAF airmen during WW2. Additionally I can can answer questions related to the information contained in the Pilots, Navigators, and Bombardiers information files. I look forward to your questions!
Experience in the area
I am been collecting militaria since I was 10 years old and have been reading books about the air war in the ETO from both an allied and axis position as well.
Organizations
OSMA ASMIC
Education/Credentials
BA in international realtions
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| WARREN | 02/14/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thank you i appreciate your info and ..... |
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| Robert | 03/31/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much for your quick ..... |
| Tammy | 02/15/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Super fast answer from this expert! He ..... |
| Ted | 01/13/10 | 8 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from John Cooper
2012-02-10 IDENTIFING A MILITARY INSIGNIA:
Warren, On the surface it appears to be a Navy or related pin from the post WW2 era based upon the type of clutch backs visible although they may have been added later. A few thing to look at would
2012-02-09 u.s.s. arizona book:
Dan, The value of this type of items is really going to be set by the individuals interested in the history of the U.S.S. Arizona. There are many other variables that can be considered as well that
2011-08-04 WW2 Sterling Wing:
Hi very sorry for the delay. I am out of town with limited internet access. From the description and the maker this is a "sweetheart" wing that is likely from the WW2 era. I would need photo's to tell
2011-03-04 WWII ring:
Steven, Thanks for the additional information. As for value that is a tough nut since it is a private purchase item that has no story. Some collectors may want to for a display but other than that it
2011-02-25 WWII ring:
HI Steven, From the photo the ring looks like it is cast but I cannot tell what material used. The ring has a standard Air Corp wing and prop symbol and the USAAF stands for United States Army Air Force
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