Those folds kill me. The price to restore this was quoted at around 200 by a highly recommended company in Manhattan who do good work. If it was from a family member I'd do it, but other than being an interesting fond I'm having a hard time spending that kind of $

The 78th has a very interesting history, and upon googling, I actually saw this same picture. It's too old for it to be a random copy, so I'd assume it's owner has some connection to the unit. I'll check out that book, and in return, recommend to you "Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors", possibly my most favorite WWII novel. If you enjoy books about naval warfare it's second to none.

Holy crap. I've looked at this picture as closely possible and I never saw that snake. Guess I need to get glasses. I'll look that unit up and see if perhaps there's a organization comprised of surviving members (although too many years may have passed). Thank you!

Thanks! Do you see any insignias that may give any further information?