Original U.S. Army wool field shirt/jacket, early 1960s issue.

• Unit: 5th Armored Division (shoulder patch)

• Rank: 2nd Lieutenant (yellow bars on collar)

• Branch: Infantry (crossed rifles insignia)

• Name tape: “LYONS” with U.S. Army tape above right pocket

• Material: Olive drab wool, button front, two chest pockets


Measurements (laid flat):

• Chest (pit to pit): 19.5 in

• Shoulder to bottom hem: 24.5 in

• Sleeve (shoulder seam to cuff): 24 in


Condition: Very good vintage condition with service wear consistent with age. Original insignia, patch, and name tape still intact. Buttons and stitching secure. Minor fabric wear as expected for early 1960s wool issue gear (see photos).


This is an authentic named and patched officer’s wool shirt from the early 1960s, representing the 5th Armored Division. A scarce piece for collectors of Cold War or early Vietnam War U.S. militaria.