Collection Highlights
American Bastille
Date:
Object Number:
LIB.E458.8.M36.1870F.XL
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Patches
Object Number:
INV.7462g-k
Date:
1940-1950
Medium:
Rayon
Dimensions:
largest: 2 1/8 x 2 5/8 x 1/8 in. ( 5.4 x 6.7 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Triangular blue rayon patches; embroidered with yellow designs including camera, weathervane, cog, missile, and tower with lightning bolts emanating from it.
Gallery Label:
WWII era Air Force Armament Specialist, Communications Specialist, Engineering Specialist , Photography Specialist, and Weather Specialist lower sleeve insignia.
Credit Line:
Bequest of Henry O. Havemeyer, 1966
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
