The Snapshots in Time Collection

Hand-Decorated 'Service Album' Cover, U.S. Army Air Corps, France Field, Panama Canal Zone, WWII Era

Hand-Decorated 'Service Album' Cover, U.S. Army Air Corps, France Field, Panama Canal Zone, WWII Era

The hand-decorated cover of a U.S. Army Air Corps serviceman's personal photo album, commemorating his posting to France Field in the Panama Canal Zone during World War II. Elaborately painted covers like this, featuring squadron insignia and aircraft artwork, were a popular way for airmen to personalize the record of their military service. Project: 218445