~ Cold War Era Yugoslavian Air Force Sergeants Uniform Of the Air Defence Forces ~
This is a historical military garment worn by non-commissioned officers (NCOs) serving in the Ratno Vazduhoplovstvo i Protivvazdušna Odbrana (RV i PVO), the Yugoslav Air Force and Air Defence during the Cold War period (1945–1992).
The uniform is complete and it comes with a brass airforce badge.
During the Cold War, Yugoslavia maintained a unique position as a socialist but non-aligned nation, balancing relations between NATO and the Warsaw Pact. The Air Defence Forces played a crucial role in securing Yugoslavia’s airspace, operating radar systems, surface-to-air missiles (SAMs), and anti-aircraft artillery to counter potential aerial threats.
Key Features & Description
1. Jacket/Tunic (Blouse)
Made of dark blue wool blend fabric, reflecting standard air force colors.
Features a open-collar design.
Button-up front with metallic or brass buttons embossed with the Yugoslav emblem.
Epaulettes on the shoulders displaying the rank insignia of a Sergeant (Vodnik) in the Yugoslav Air Force.
Air Defence Forces emblem (a stylized radar and missile insignia) tabs.
2. Matched trousers in blue-grey color
3. Headgear
Peaked cap (service cap): Standard officer-style cap with a metallic Yugoslav Air Force insignia on the front.
A visor with gold braid
~ Condition ~
There is the expected wear for a uniform of that age but its overall condition is very good. Is missing one button but that can be replace with ease.
Please see the pictures for measurements and condition.
