Collection Highlights
American Bastille
Date:
Object Number:
LIB.E458.8.M36.1870F.XL
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Shoulder patch
Object Number:
INV.7468sss
Date:
1940-1965
Medium:
Rayon
Dimensions:
Overall: 3 1/4 x 3 x 1/8 in. ( 8.3 x 7.6 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Red rayon shield; with yellow ship's sterring wheel.
Gallery Label:
This patch was worn by members of the U.S. Port of Embarkation Service.
Credit Line:
Bequest of Henry O. Havemeyer, 1966
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
