Original U.S. Vietnam War Pilot’s Uniform Top For “Maj. Pierce” With Avel Central - II Field Force MACV Other European Militaria 45 Auto Pistol Hip Holster

45 Auto Pistol Hip Holster of WWII fame

Herring Bone Twill HBT cotton construction

After capture

The grooves are somewhat dull

Commonly referred to as the "Springfield" (after its original place of production

Original U.S. Vietnam War Pilot’s Uniform Top For “Maj. Pierce” With Avel Central - II Field Force MACV Other European Militaria 45 Auto Pistol Hip HolsterOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice, service worn blouse that belonged to a Major C. E. Peirce of Avel Central, II Field Force and 9th Cavalry. The origins of Avel Central begin with the 335th Signal Detachment. The unit was originally formed on 1 January 1966. Unfortunately we have not been able to find any service information about Major Pierce, but his uniform top tells a story of its own. The blouse shows signs of being worn in