Collection Highlights
Declaration of sentiments of the American Anti-Slavery Society : adopted at the formation of said society, in Philadelphia, on the 4th day of December, 1833
Date:
Publication: 1848-1855
Object Number:
LIB.E449.A53.1848
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Sleeve patch
Object Number:
INV.7481
Date:
1940-1946
Medium:
Silk
Dimensions:
Overall: 3 1/4 x 3 in. ( 8.3 x 7.6 cm )
Marks:
sewn: top: "USMS"
Description:
Square navy patch; in center is red silk design of American flag inside shield, encricled by roped border, and atop crossed anchors; lettering at top of patch.
Gallery Label:
This patch was worn on the jacket sleeve of an enlisted man in the U.S. Maritime Service during World War II.
Credit Line:
Gift of Frank L. Jackson, 1946
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
