Original World War II-era Aviator playing cards manufactured by ARRCO Playing Card Company.

The box is marked “Service de Luxe Playing Cards” and includes WWII military markings:

For Use of U.S. Government – Permit No. 1 – Feb. 19, 1944

Gift of the American Red Cross – Not to be Sold

During WWII the American Red Cross distributed playing cards to U.S. servicemen as part of care packages and recreation kits.

These decks were widely used by soldiers stationed both overseas and stateside.

A great piece of WWII personal-history memorabilia.

Details

Manufacturer: ARRCO Playing Card Company

Deck name: Aviator

WWII issue: 1944 U.S. Government permit

Distributed by American Red Cross

Marked “Not to be Sold”

Vintage WWII military recreation item

Condition

Vintage wartime condition.

Box shows wear and edge damage

Age toning and surface wear

Please review photos for condition