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Named Korean War USN Aviation Electronics tech 3rd class jumper and wool winter watch cap.
The jumper is a late 40s or early 50s production indicated by the two part tag used from 1948 through the early 50s.
These late 40s/early 50s watch caps are highly sought after. The small US Naval clothing depot tag is indicative of 1945 to early 50s production.
The vet enlisted in 1952 and served with VP-44 until 1956.
Herbert Frederick "Fred" Krafft, passed away on October 16, 2024. Born on January 3, 1933, in Richwood, West Virginia, Fred was the youngest son of Herbert "Herb" Myron Krafft and Gladys Gragg. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, James "Jim" Myron and Edward "Ed" Julius.
Fred graduated from Richwood High School in 1950 and following in his father's footsteps, he worked in the family's sheet metal business before joining the US Navy in 1952. As an Aviation Electronics Technician, Fred served as a radio airman on Naval aircraft at Patuxent River Naval Air Station in Maryland. He was honorably discharged on October 11, 1956, and returned to Richwood to work in his father's business.
It was in Richwood that Fred met Jackie Ware. They married on September 8, 1957, and were married for 67 years. Fred took over the family business, Krafft Plumbing and Heating, which he operated with Jackie until his retirement. He was a member of the Richwood Jaycees, the American Legion and the Hinkle Mountain Methodist Church. Fred was also a 50-year Master Mason, Royal Arch Mason and member of Knights Templar.
Good used condition. See photos for details and condition.
