Collection Highlights
Ma-Nuncue
Date:
After 1826
Object Number:
PR.221.58
Medium:
Engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Shoulder patches
Object Number:
INV.7462a-f
Date:
1940-1950
Medium:
Rayon
Dimensions:
largest: 3 1/2 x 2 5/8 x 1/8 in. ( 8.9 x 6.7 x 0.3 cm )
Marks:
sewn: "AIRBORNE"
Description:
Blue, black, and red rayon patches; most are shield-shaped, with one circular and one square; embroidered with various designs of wings, eagles, unicorns, and eagle talons; all patches have a curved stripe attached to top embroidered with "AIRBORNE".
Gallery Label:
These patches were worn by members of U.S. Army Airborne Divisions, on the upper left sleeve of their uniform jackets.
Credit Line:
Bequest of Henry O. Havemeyer, 1966
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
