Description: Original flag as shown from the Clarence Rungee collection, measures 52 x 68" in size and has some soiling from age. This was from the former Dr. Clarence Rungee Flag Collection. Dr. Clarence Rungee was born in New Haven, CT and was a veteran of WWI. Following his wartime service, he served as the National Surgeon of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and was the National Historian of the Veterans of World War I. From the 1940's until his death in 1971, Dr. Rungee amassed a collection of over 600 worldwide flags for his International War Flag Museum. Dr. Rungee did not seek out any ordinary flag, as he specifically wanted those with a notable story or which were flown during a war. Accompanying many of the flags are original transmittal letters or copied records from the various sources adding documented provenance to their historical significance. Following his death, the flags were donated to the Flag Heritage Foundation, where they remained until being deaccessioned to a single collection, largely untouched until now. Examples form this collection include flags flown atop warships at WWII battles such as the D-Day Invasion of Normandy in 1944 and the Battle of Iwo Jima in 1945. Others were used by Presidents and Royal Sovereigns from various nations around the world, or flew atop State and National Capitol buildings during World Wars or notable events The piece is vintage and therefore may show signs of age, wear, or patina. Terms: I do combine shipping on multiple items, within a week of each other (unless arranged otherwise in advance). Once you have finished buying, I will send a consolidated invoice reflecting one shipping price. Payment is due within 4 days of auction close, unless cleared with me prior to bidding/winning. At that time, an unpaid item case will automatically be opened. I sell hundreds of items a month, so I am often behind on leaving feedback. It will be left, but please be patient. Do not message me seeking feedback.
Price: 199.99 USD
Location: Jamesville, New York
End Time: 2023-12-20T18:29:23.000Z
Shipping Cost: 12 USD
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Restocking Fee: 20%
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
