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US WW2 Patriot Banjo 'Salm-Château'
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In a very good condition a rare and stunning US WW2 Period US Patriot Banjo.
The model is called US Patriot in reference to its head inlaid with US letters, the Kay brand and a golden eagle above an American coat of arms.
This Banjo was left behind in the Belgium ardennes in the town of Salm-Château by a group of american soldiers that was stationed in December 1944.
They had moved out because of the upcoming german troops.
When they went they told the family of the occupied home that they come back for the banjo, but never came back during and after the war. They kept it for 70 years. After their passing it went to a local antique store and was sold to a military collector.
A very stunning banjo made by the Kay brand in a total of 1600 pieces for the US Army 800 for the ETO and 800 for the PTO.
Real nice piece with history and great for display!
The banjo is in a complete working condition.
Overseas shippingcost is on request!