Collection Highlights
Aaron Burr (1756-1836)
Date:
1836
Object Number:
1927.59
Medium:
Plaster with wash
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Cap patches
Object Number:
INV.7462rr-ss
Date:
1940-1950
Medium:
Rayon, wool
Dimensions:
largest: 1 3/4 x 1 3/4 x 1/8 in. ( 4.4 x 4.4 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Circular felt patches; one red and other light blue; both embroidered with white parachute.
Gallery Label:
These patches were worn by members of U.S. Army paratrooper units.
Credit Line:
Bequest of Henry O. Havemeyer, 1966
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
