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The South East Army Air Force Training Center S2I(C/b) is an authentic WWII era military collectible. This piece was manufactured by Sterling HM and bears authentic hallmarks: "STERLING" (incised). Collectors often search for this type of item as a military collectible, also known as DUI, DI, Crest. This WWII period piece is highly sought after by military memorabilia enthusiasts and historians.
South East Army Air Force Training Center 1940–1947 (World War II) The South East Army Air Force Training Center was established during World War II as part of the United States Army Air Forces’ rapid expansion to meet wartime training demands. Activated in 1942, the center was responsible for overseeing and coordinating basic and advanced flight training for aircrew and support personnel across the southeastern United States. It played a critical role in producing thousands of pilots, navigators, and bombardiers who would serve in combat theaters worldwide. The center managed a network of airfields and training schools, adapting its curriculum to evolving operational requirements throughout the war. Following the end of hostilities, the training center was inactivated as the Army Air Forces demobilized and consolidated its training infrastructure. References (AMA) Wikipedia contributors. Army Air Forces Training Command. n.d. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Army_Air_Forces_Training_Command GlobalSecurity.org. Army Air Forces Training Command. n.d. https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/usaf/aaf-training.htm