Collection Highlights
Petition from Lydia Heckle to Marinus Willett, Mayor of New York, re: Miranda expedition, May 16, 1807
Date:
1807
Object Number:
MSS.NewYorkCity.Misc.1
Medium:
Paper
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Shoulder patch
Object Number:
INV.7431d
Date:
1941-1945
Medium:
Rayon
Dimensions:
Overall: 1/8 x 2 7/8 in. ( 0.3 x 7.3 cm )
Description:
Circular rayon patch; embroidered with three red lightning bolts emanating from black mine; against blue/yellow background.
Gallery Label:
This patch was worn by a member of the Navy Minecraft unit on the left sleeve of his jacket during World War II.
Credit Line:
Gift of John H. Merscher
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
