Vintage 1940s Kellogg’s Pep Pin 385th Bombardment Squadron WWII Cereal Pinback
$ 10.55
Description
Vintage 1940s Kellogg’s Pep Pin 385th Bombardment Squadron WWII Cereal Pinback. Kellogg’s Pep cereal gave away thousands of collectible pins in the 1940s. Back: Reads Kellogg’s Pep. Brand: Kellogg’s Pep cereal (famous for premium pinbacks in the 1940s). Unit: 385th Bombardment Squadron (confirmed by the side text on your button). Design: Squadron insignia — a stylized eagle/bird with lightning bolt wings and bomb underneath, in red/white/blue. Back: Reads Kellogg’s Pep. Size: About 7/8 inch diameter (your tape measure shows just under 1 inch). Pin style: Straight steel pin back, common for Pep pins. Date: Circa 1943–1945, during WWII. 📅 Historical Context Kellogg’s Pep cereal gave away thousands of collectible pins in the 1940s. Many were U.S. military insignia, made under license to encourage patriotism and connect kids to the war effort. The 385th Bombardment Squadron flew B-24 Liberators in the Mediterranean theater during WWII. These military-themed Pep pins are among the more desirable in the set. This vintage 1940s Kellogg's Pep pin features a design related to the 385th Bombardment Squadron during WWII, making it a unique and collectible piece for enthusiasts of military history and pinbacks. The pinback showcases the iconic cereal brand's association with the war effort, adding an extra layer of nostalgia for collectors. With its historical significance and vintage appeal, this pin would make a prized addition to any collection of memorabilia from this time period.
