WW2 Polish Patch of the 5th Kresowa Infantry Division

Badge in the form of a yellow shield, framed with brown thread, in the center of the shield embroidered with a brown silhouette of a bison. Badge worn on the left shoulder as a sign of the 5th Kresowa Infantry Division (5 Kresowa Dywizja Piechoty) being part of the 2nd Polish Corps of General Anders.The division took part in the Italian Campaign including the Battle of Monte Cassino.

 A private purchase “luxury” piece, made in Italy. Rare original patch, unworn condition.