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Miscellaneous Artifacts
- Phonograph
- 2010.029.1
- Portelec Model 23 Phonograph
- A PORTELEC Model 23 78 r.p.m. navy portable phonograph. Model sps-1, Serial #15377. Manufactured by the Pacific Sound Equipment CO, Hollywood, California. This phonograph was made for the Navy Department Bureau of Naval Personnel, Washington D.C. T... View Full Record
- Clinometer
- 2010.043.1
- Clinometer
- A metal Mk.IV clinometer, created for the U.S. Maritime Commission for use aboard ships and watercraft measuring the degree of roll or list of the vessels.... View Full Record
- Flag
- 2010.045.2
- U.S.S. Arizona Memorial Flag
- American flag flown at the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial in memory of the brave men killed during the attack on the morning of 7 December, 1941 encased in a garrison flag box. Donated by Dr. Jerry & Lucille Barnett, in memory of brother Arthur C. Knutson... View Full Record
- Flag
- 2010.049.1
- U.S.S. Arizona Memorial Flag
- U.S. flag flown above the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial on 12/7/1991 at 0300 hours. Flag is enclosed in a garrison box.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2010.050.1
- U.S. Navy Patches
- A set of 4 U.S. Navy patches:
1- U.S.S. Tortuga
2- U.S.S. Pocono (AGC-16)
3- U.S. Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek
4- U.S. Atlantic Fleet Amphibious Force... View Full Record
- Medal, Commemorative
- 2010.051.1
- Merchant Marine Medals
- Three different Merchant Marine service medal sets (1 large, 1 small medal, & 1 service ribbon per set):
1 - Merchant Marine, Pacific War Zone
1 - Merchant Marine, Mediterranean Middle Eastern War Zone
1 - Merchant Marine, Atlantic War Zone
The... View Full Record
- Flag
- 2010.052.1
- A GRATEFUL NATION REMEMBERS
- Commemorative flag created to honor veterans of World War II during the 50th Anniversary. The flag is emblazoned with an eagle surrounded by the inscription "A Grateful Nation Remembers" with the dates 1941-1945 1991-1995 WORLD WAR II.... View Full Record
- Pillowcase
- 2010.055.1
- U.S. Navy Pillowcase
- A U.S. Navy issue pillowcase with the name "MADDEN" and "E.F.M." stamped onto the pillowcase front and back.... View Full Record
- Cap, Sailor
- 2010.067.2
- Lt.(jg) K.M. Gibb Naval Hat
- U.S. navy tan officer's hat (cover). Owned and worn by Lt.(jg) K.M. Gibbs during his naval service from 1944-1953.... View Full Record
- Measure, Tape
- 2010.071.1
- Sounding Tape
- A Lufkin Rule Company produced sounding tape constructed for and used by the U.S. Navy. This hand-operated sounding tape is used to measure the level of fuel or water in in a specified storage tank. The device features a heavy brass weight on the e... View Full Record
- Painting
- 2010.100.1
- USS LST-177 Painting
- Painting of LST-177 mounted in matting in a wooden frame. Originally donated to the LST-177 Reunion Committee by Lt. C.D. Dodson before passing to the USS LST Ship Memorial, Inc.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2010.100.5
- LST-177 Landing Diorama
- 1 of 2 hand crafted wooden models of LST-177 built by Leo Landry. It took Mr. Landry 6 years to complete both wooden models. This one is the smaller of the two. Set up as part of a diorama depicting a landing scene (with plastic tanks and soldier fi... View Full Record
- Plaque
- 2010.100.7
- Welcome U.S.S. LST-177 Shipmates
- "Welcome U.S.S. LST-177 Shipmates" plaque used for the LST-177 ship's crew reunion. Features carved and glued wood with lettering and numbering painted on in white and ropes attached at top and bottom as accents.... View Full Record
- Print
- 2010.100.8
- IN MEMORY
- Large framed poster commemorating the Landing Ship, Tanks lost during World War II, created and dedicated by the crew of LST-177 during a later reunion.... View Full Record
- Clock
- 2010.100.9
- Clock Mounted in Wooden Anchor
- Clock mounted on wooden anchor with inscription, LST-177 U.S.S. INTRUDER... View Full Record
- Canister
- 2010.100.10
- 20mm Ammunition Cannister
- A metal, 20mm ammunition storage canister, painted grey. This canister would store 180 20mm cartridges.... View Full Record
- Ashtray
- 2010.100.12
- LST-177 1971 Reunion Ashtrays
- A set of 3 green-and-black glass ashtrays created and used for the LST-177 crew reunion on July 9-10, 1971. Each ashtray features a patch or design set in the bottom commemorating LST-177 and the reunion.... View Full Record
- Wheel, Watercraft Steering
- 2010.100.14
- Ship's Wheel w/ Barometer for LST-177
- A ship's wheel with a barometer set in the center and inscribed with USS LST-177. The lettering is gold print and a metal tripod stand has been attached to the back to allow the wheel to stand on its own.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2010.100.15
- LST-177 Model
- Wooden model of LST-177 built by Leo Landry who served aboard LST-177 during World War II. Various household items such as bottle caps were used for fittings and accents on the model.... View Full Record
- Bell, Ship's
- 2010.100.16
- LST-177 Ship's Bell
- Original ships bell from LST-177. Bell is mounted on a plastic base with a gold plaque bearing the inscription LST-177.... View Full Record
- Bell, Ship's
- 2010.100.17
- LST-177 Ship's Bell Plaque
- A fabricated copy of a ship's bell mounted on a wooden plaque with the inscription "U.S.S. LST-177" embossed on the mounting.... View Full Record
- Cup, Coffee
- 2010.100.21
- LST-177 Reunion Mugs
- A set of 4 coffee mugs created and used to commemorate the 6th, 8th, 9th, and 12th LST-177 ship reunions in 1972,1974, 1975, and 1978 respectively. The mugs appear to be off-white ceramic with gold trimming and black lettering.
... View Full Record
- Jeep
- 2010.102.1
- 1954 M-170 U.S. ARMY jeep
- 1954 M-170 U.S. Army jeep. Also used as a prop in the 1970 movie MASH by Twentieth Century Fox Corp. This Jeep was a limited production ambulance version featuring a 20-inch longer wheelbase to better accommodate stretchers inside the vehicle.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2010.116.4
- Amphibious Force Naval Patch
- Red & gold amphibious force naval uniform patch. This patch is worn on a military uniform to signify that the wearer is part of the U.S. Amphibious Force.... View Full Record
- Decal
- 2010.116.5
- Red & Gold Amphibious stick on patch
- Red & gold amphibious stick on patch... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2010.116.6
- U.S. Amphibious Force Gator Navy
- U.S. AMPHIBIOUS FORCE GATOR NAVY patch. This patch signifies that the wearer is part of the U.S. Amphibious force.... View Full Record
- Jacket, Life
- 2010.121.2
- PFD Rescue Beacon
- A strobelight rescue beacon intended to be attached to a life jacket or personal flotation device for U.S. Navy personnel.... View Full Record
- Bullet, Armor-piercing
- 2010.122.4
- Replica 20MM Anti-Aircraft Shell
- A replica 20MM anti-aircraft shell. Most likely for an Oelikon 20mm cannon, as was common aboard LSTs during World War II and beyond.... View Full Record
- Sight, Telescope
- 2010.123.1
- MK79 Telescopic Gun Sight
- A Mark 79 telescopic naval gun sight created for use on 3"/50 guns aboard a U.S. Naval vessel during World War II. Produced by Minneapolis-Honeywell Regulator Co. and inspected in 1943.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2010.138.24
- U.S. Amphibious Forces Patch
- Red & gold patch worn by sailors who were part of the U.S. Navy amphibious forces during World War II.... View Full Record
- Lighter
- 2010.153.5
- U.S.S. Antietam Lighter
- A zippo lighter with the U.S.S. Antietam (CVS-36), an Essex-class aircraft carrier which served during World War II and the Korean War, engraved on the front.... View Full Record
- Kit, Toilet
- 2011.004
- Latrine Bag
- Latrine bag was used by Irving Osias while serving with the (Lucky) 7th Armored Division in Europe during World War II. "PATE" has been written on the item in permanent ink by a later owner.... View Full Record
- Plaque
- 2011.005.1
- Foot Locker Plaque
- Plastic plaque with the inscription Pityilu Island, used to decorate the top of foot lockers of military personnel stationed in the South Pacific theater of operations.... View Full Record
- Medal
- 2011.013.4
- WWII Victory Medal
- The World War II victory medal awarded to Victor Iams for his service in World War II. Mr. Iams served aboard LST-398 in the Pacific Theater.... View Full Record
- Medal
- 2011.013.5
- Pacific Theater Medal
- The Pacific Theater Medal awarded to Victor Iams for his service in World War II. Mr. Iams served aboard LST-398 in the Pacific Theater.... View Full Record
- Box
- 2011.013.7
- WWII Era Japanese Tin Box
- A small tin box with Japanese labeling, collected during World War II. Purpose unknown.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2011.013.12
- Signalman 1st Class Patch
- Signalman 1st Class patch to be worn on the shoulder of a white U.S. Navy uniform. Dark blue embroidery of an eagle, two flags crossed, and three chevrons on a white patch.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2011.016.2
- Machinist's Mate 1st Class Petty Officer Patch
- Navy Machinist's Mate 1st Class Petty Officer (E6) rating badge with red chevrons. Worn on the Service Dress blues left sleeve.... View Full Record
- Opener, Can
- 2011.016.7
- Military Can Opener
- Military can opener measuring 1.5" in length and .75" in width approximately. The opener has U.S. Shelby Co. etched into one side. On the reverse side, a blade raises up .25" from the rest of the opener.... View Full Record
- Plaque
- 2012.005.1
- U.S.S. Snohomish County Wooden Plaque
- Wooden plaque bearing the shield and symbol of the U.S.S. Snohomish County, LST-1126. The Shield is turquoise with a dark blue border. In the center of the shield is a sea horse with a dixie cup hat with a trident and a shield emblazoned with the LST... View Full Record
- Toaster
- 2012.008.1
- Toastswell ATT2 Toaster
- A Toastswell Model ATT2 two slice commercial toaster used aboard Navy ships and sold for the public from the late 30's until the 1950's. The toaster is still functional. It operates as a standard pop-up toaster with a Light to Dark knob that controls... View Full Record
- Cap
- 2014.001.01
- "Where the Fleet Goes, We've Been" Cap
- A navy blue ballcap bearing an embroidered logo for the naval mine force which features a naval mine surrounded by the words "Where the Fleet Goes, We've Been." The cap also has an American Flag pin added.... View Full Record
- Cap
- 2014.001.02
- "Arizona Naval Minewarfare Association" Cap
- A navy blue ballcap for the Arizona Naval Minewarfare Association, featuring an embroidered Fork and Knife patch and an American Flag pin.... View Full Record
- Cap
- 2014.001.03
- Naval Minewarfare Association
- A royal blue mesh callcap with a white cloth face bearing the Naval Mine Warfare Association emblem and title. The emblem consists of a circle divided into 3 even sections colored blue, red, and white with a black center and lines. The cap also has... View Full Record
- Cap
- 2014.001.04
- Naval Mine Warfare Association Cap
- A faded red ballcap featuring a Naval Mine Warfare Association patch on the front.... View Full Record
- Cap
- 2014.001.05
- U.S.S. Nimble (MSO-459) Cap
- A U.S.S. Nimble (MSO-459) cap bearing the ship's name and number stitched in yellow on the front face. The cap is made of navy blue material and features a green colored underside of the bill. A pin shaped like a ribbon and bearing the American Fla... View Full Record
- Cap
- 2014.001.06
- USS Nimble MSO-459
- A U.S.S. Nimble (MSO-459) cap with the ship's name and number embroidered on the front face in yellow thread and a basic depiction of the ship embroidered in silver. The cap itself is navy blue with green on the underside of the bill. A number of m... View Full Record
- Cap
- 2014.001.07
- Naval Mine Warfare Association Cap
- A navy blue National Mine Warfare Association ballcap. The NMA's emblem is embroidered on the front with "National Minewarfare Assocation" wrapped around the top and "Where the Fleet Goes, We've Been" underneath in yellow. "Color Guard" is embroide... View Full Record
- Liner, Helmet
- 2014.001.08
- Helmet Liner
- A plastic, white helmet or helmet liner with a nylon chinstrap. The origins and specific purpose of this line are unknown. Possibly used as helmet for color guard ceremonies.... View Full Record
- Cap, Service
- 2014.001.09
- White Officer's Cap
- A white naval officer's cap with a tarnished device and missing strap.... View Full Record
- Cap, Service
- 2014.001.10
- White Officer's Cap
- A white U.S.N cfficer's cap with a clean device and gold strap.... View Full Record
- Aiguillette
- 2014.001.11
- White Aiguillette
- An aiguillette made of white fabric and of unknown purpose and origins. Most likely used for color guard ceremonies.... View Full Record
- Pouch, Carrying
- 2014.001.12
- Harness
- A barely- or never-used white colorguard flag harness for ceremonial use.... View Full Record
- Belt, Web
- 2014.001.13
- White Web Belt
- A white cloth web belt likely used for color guard services.... View Full Record
- Glove
- 2014.001.14
- White Dress Gloves
- A pair of white dress gloves (likely cotton) most likely used for color guard ceremonies and other similar functions.... View Full Record
- Neckcloth
- 2014.001.15
- White Uniform Piece
- A white cloth uniform piece, possibly a neckerchief or similar item used for color guard ceremonies and similar functions.... View Full Record
- Uniform
- 2014.001.16
- U.S. Navy Formal Officer Jacket
- A formal black U.S. Navy uniform jacket featuring the insignia for a Lt.(jg) on the sleeve.... View Full Record
- Pants
- 2014.001.17
- Black Dress Slacks
- A pair of U.S. Navy formal black dress slacks.... View Full Record
- Uniform
- 2014.001.18
- U.S. Navy Dress Uniform Jacket
- A U.S. Navy black dress uniform jacket with a Lt.(jg) insignia on sleeve.... View Full Record
- Pants
- 2014.001.19
- Black Slacks
- A pair of U.S. Navy black uniform dress slacks with a leather belt.... View Full Record
- Uniform
- 2014.001.20
- Khaki Dress Jacket
- A khaki dress jacket from a U.S. Armed Service branch for a dress uniform.... View Full Record
- Pants
- 2014.001.21
- Khaki Dress Slacks
- A pair of khaki dress slacks from a U.S. Armed Services dress uniform.... View Full Record
- Flag, Signal
- 2014.002.01
- Signal Flag: Foxtrot
- A red and white (white with red diamond in center) maritime signal flag representing Foxtrot. Flown by itself, the flag means "I am [My craft is] disabled; communicate with me."... View Full Record
- Flag, Signal
- 2014.002.02
- Signal Flag: Kilo
- A yellow and blue (half-and-half) maritime signal flag representing Kilo. Flown by itself, the flag means "I wish to communicate with you."... View Full Record
- Flag, Signal
- 2014.002.03
- Maritime Flag
- A maritime (NATO) signal flag of yellow flag bearing a blue cross representing the number "5."... View Full Record
- Helmet
- 2014.003.01
- Gunner-Talker Helmet
- Dark blue gunner-talker's helmet with inscriptions on the front- (MK. 2) and back- (U.S.N.) inside of helmet. The helmet is larger than most and features padding inside with cutouts for a headset to be worn under it and a leather chinstrap.... View Full Record
- Headset, Radio
- 2014.003.02
- Ambassador 1500ohm Headphones
- A U.S. Navy Ambassador 1500ohm headset.... View Full Record
- Microphone
- 2014.003.03
- Gunner's Talker Microphone
- A Western Electric D-97644 gunner-talker microphone used by the U.S. Navy during World War II.... View Full Record
- Flag, Semaphore
- 2014.004.01
- Semaphore Signal Flag
- A single, red and white semaphore signal flag constructed of an unknown type of cloth. The flag's colors are divided diagonally, and the flag itself is attached to a wooden handle. Paired with 2014.004.02... View Full Record
- Flag, Semaphore
- 2014.004.02
- Semaphore Signal Flag
- A single, red and white semaphore signal flag constructed of an unknown type of cloth. The flag's colors are divided diagonally, and the flag itself is attached to a wooden handle. Paired with 2014.004.01... View Full Record
- Can, Gasoline
- 2014.009.01
- Jerrycan
- A World War II-era steel 20L jerrycan of Allied make. Made of steel and painted olive green, the jerrycan features significant wear from use.... View Full Record
- Stretcher Cover
- 2014.032.01
- U.S. Army Stretcher Cover
- A heavily worn stretcher cover with "U.S. Army Medical Department" stamp. The cover is splattered with white paint.
... View Full Record
- Stretcher Cover
- 2014.032.02
- U.S. Army Stretcher Cover
- A heavily worn canvas stretcher cover bearing a "U.S. Army Medical Department" stamp and splattered with some white paint.
... View Full Record
- Stretcher Cover
- 2014.032.03
- U.S. Army Stretcher Cover
- A heavily worn canvas stretcher cover bearing a "U.S. Army Medical Department" stamp and splattered with some white paint.
... View Full Record
- Stretcher Cover
- 2014.032.04
- U.S. Army Stretcher Cover
- A heavily worn canvas stretcher cover splattered with some white paint.
... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2014.033.01
- U.S. Navy Quartermaster 3rd Class Rate Patch
- U.S. Navy Quartermaster 3rd Class rate patch with cloth backing from Ernest Lardenoit's blue uniform.... View Full Record
- Button
- 2014.033.15
- Ernie Lardenoit Quartermaster USS LST-537
- A metal button made for identification or commemoration purposes; possibly both as part of a reunion. The button includes an artist's rendition of LST-537 along with the words "Ernie Lardenoit --- Quartermaster --- USS LST 537 --- Norway MI."... View Full Record
- Plaque
- 2014.053.01
- Crew Members of U.S.S. LST-225
- Plaque commemorating crew of LST-225 with list of names and carving of LST profile
Includes small piece of Japanese submarine sunk by LST-225.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2014.053.02
- LST-225
- Wooden model of LST-225 set onto a with wooden base designed to look like ocean waves and coovered by a plastic display case. A navy blue and red U.S. Amphib Forces patch and a small black plaque with basic information about LST-225 are also set ins... View Full Record
- Stamp
- 2014.053.07
- LST-279 Stamp Plate
- A small metal stamp plate featuring an LST-279 design.... View Full Record
- Gauge, Pressure
- 2014.055.01
- ARL-18 Engine Compression Gauge
- A complete engine compression gauge originally used aboard and taken from U.S.S. Pandemus (ARL-18, previously LST-650) when the ship was decommissioned in 1968 prior to being used as a target in training. Manual for item donated along with gauge.... View Full Record
- Gauge, Pressure
- 2014.055.02
- ARL-18 Engine Compression Gauge Parts
- Parts from an engine compression gauge originally used aboard and taken from U.S.S. Pandemus (ARL-18, previously LST-650) when the ship was decommissioned in 1968 prior to being used as a target in training.... View Full Record
- Club
- 2014.055.03
- U.S. Military Night Stick
- A U.S. military-issue black wooden night stick with slight wear.... View Full Record
- Jumper
- 2014.059.01
- USN WWII Dress Blue Jumper
- Jumper with MoMM 2/c Rate, 1 service stripe, 'Ruptured Duck' honorable discharge pin, service ribbon with 1 star for Asiatic-Pacific campaign, service ribbon for American Campaign Medal, and ribbon for the WWII Victory medal.... View Full Record
- Neckerchief
- 2014.059.02
- USN Dress Blue Neckerchief
- Private purchase neckerchief for USN WWII Blue Dress uniform.... View Full Record
- Hat
- 2014.059.03
- USN Dress Blue Flat Hat
- US Navy Dress Blue uniform flat hat... View Full Record
- Pants
- 2014.059.04
- USN WWII Dress Blue Trousers
- USN WWII Dress Blue Trousers... View Full Record
- Jumper
- 2014.060.01
- Undress White Jumper
- USN Undress White Jumper with EM 2/c rate no the left sleeve.... View Full Record
- Jumper
- 2014.060.02
- Dress Blue Jumper
- USN Dress Blue Jumper with EM 2/c rate and Amphibious Forces & 'Ruptured Duck' patches... View Full Record
- Pants
- 2014.060.03
- Dress Blue Trousers
- USN Dress Blue Trousers... View Full Record
- Cover, Desk
- 2014.064.01
- Table Cloth
- Table Cloth (blue & gold) with USN emblem... View Full Record
- Cap, Garrison
- 2014.064.03
- USN Garrison Cap
- USN Blue Garrison Cap with American Legion Patch on side... View Full Record
- Cap, Watch
- 2014.064.04
- USN Watch Cap
- USN Blue Watch Cap with tag on inside... View Full Record
- Glove
- 2014.064.05
- USN Gloves (Pair)
- USN Blue Wool gloves (pair)... View Full Record
- Model
- 2014.069.03
- LCT(5)
- Authenticast model of Landing Craft, Tank (5) above the waterline. Made from lead or pot metal mixture at water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2014.069.04
- LCI
- Authenticast model of Landing Craft, Infantry above the waterline. Made from lead or pot metal mixture at water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2014.069.05
- LST(3)
- Authenticast model of Landing Ship, Tank (3) above the waterline. Made from lead or pot metal mixture at water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2014.069.06
- LSD
- Authenticast model of Landing Ship, Dock above the waterline. Made from lead or pot metal mixture at water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2014.069.07
- Shokaku Class Aircraft Carrier
- Authenticast 1:1200 model of a Shokaku class aircraft carrier above the waterline. Made from lead or pot metal mixture at water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2014.069.08
- Wakatake Class (DD)
- Authenticast model of Wakatake class Japanese destroyer above the waterline. Made from lead or pot metal mixture at water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2014.069.09
- Amagiri Class (DD)
- Authenticast model of an Amagiri class destroyer above the waterline. Made from lead or pot metal mixture at water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2014.069.10
- Amagiri Class (DD)
- Authenticast model of an Amagiri class destroyer above the waterline. Made from lead or pot metal mixture at water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2014.069.11
- DIDO Class (CL)
- Authenticast model of a DIDO class British light cruiser above the waterline. Made from lead or pot metal mixture mounted on wood at water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2014.069.12
- Iowa Class (BB)
- Authenticast model of an Iowa class United States battleship above the waterline. Made from lead or pot metal mixture mounted on wood at water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2014.069.13
- USS Saratoga (CV-3)
- Authenticast model of the USS Saratoga United States aircraft carrier above the waterline. Made from lead or pot metal mixture mounted on wood at water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2014.069.15
- LCM
- Authenticast model of a Landing Craft, Mechanized above the waterline. Made from lead or pot metal mixture at water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2014.069.16
- LCT(5)
- Authenticast model of a Landing Craft, Tank (5) above the waterline. Made from lead or pot metal mixture at water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2014.069.17
- Landing Ship, Mechanized
- Authenticast model of a Landing Ship, Medium above the waterline. Made from lead or pot metal mixture at water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air.... View Full Record
- Model
- 2014.069.18
- LST(3)
- Authenticast model of a Landing Ship, Tank (3) above the waterline. Made from lead or pot metal mixture at water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air.... View Full Record
- Case, Cigarette
- 2014.069.19
- Lucky Strike: Green
- Lucky Strike Cigarette Box: Green... View Full Record
- Case, Cigarette
- 2014.069.20
- Lucky Strike: White
- Lucky Strike Cigarette Box: White... View Full Record
- Uniform
- 2015.001.02
- White sailors dress uniform shirt
- White salors dress uniform shirt with two patches on the sleeves: a coxwains patch with a single chevron and an Amphibious Forces patch.... View Full Record
- Plaque
- 2015.002.01
- U.S.S. Wahkiakum County Plaque
- A cast metal plaque created for LST-1162, the U.S.S. Wahkiakum County. The plaque is painted and features the ship's name at top and number at bottom with an image of an alligator wrapping its tail around the Earth and releasing a tank from its mout... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2015.002.02
- U.S.S. Wahkiakum County Uniform Patch
- U.S.S. Wahkiakum County (LST-1162) uniform patch.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2015.002.03
- US Navy Signalman - Petty Officer 3rd class patch
- U.S. Navy Signalman - Petty Officer 3rd class patch
The patch features an eagle over two crossed flags and bears a single red chevron at the bottom.... View Full Record
- Telegraph, Ship's
- 2015.010
- Engine Order Telegraph
- Engine Order Telegraph face from LST-1071 (U.S.S. Ouachita County). Part of the system used to relay commands from the conning tower and wheel house to the men working in the engine compartments so that they could adjust the engines as needed. One... View Full Record
- Casting
- 2015.012.01
- Model of LST
- A metal cast model of a Landing Ship, Tank painted grey and red. No makers mark or any other distinguishing markings found.... View Full Record
- Stadimeter
- 2015.013
- Schick Incorporated Stadimeter
- Refurbished U.S. Maritime Commission Stadimeter built by Schick Incorporation for U.S. Naval use. The stadimeter is a range-finding device used for both gunnery and navigation purposes. This one was refurbished by the Franklin Self Storage company b... View Full Record
- Case, Cigarette
- 2015.022.001
- Japanese Cigarette Box
- A small box of cigarettes, Japanese-made, decorated with turquoise print... View Full Record
- Bar, Ribbon
- 2015.022.024
- Asia-Pacific American Campaign Ribbon
- Asia-Pacific American Campaign ribbon for World War II... View Full Record
- Bar, Ribbon
- 2015.022.025
- Asia-Pacific American Campaign Ribbon w/ 1 Battle Star
- Asia-Pacific American campaign ribbon with 1 Battle Star... View Full Record
- Bar, Ribbon
- 2015.022.026
- Asia-Pacific American Campaign & WWII Victory Ribbon
- Asia-Pacific American campaign & WWII Victory ribbon with 1 battle star... View Full Record
- Bar, Ribbon
- 2015.022.027
- Navy VFW Ribbon
- US Navy VFW Membership Ribbon, sunbleached (slightly discolored)... View Full Record
- Pin, Insignia
- 2015.022.028
- U.S. Army Hat Pin
- U.S. Army Hat Pin; possible reproduction... View Full Record
- Button
- 2015.022.029
- U.S. Army Button
- Large plastic button with metal U.S. Army emblem... View Full Record
- Button
- 2015.022.030
- Shipbuilding ID Button
- ID button for Standard Shipbuilding Corp. in San Pedro, California. Possibly intended for a ship launching and christening ceremony.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2015.022.031
- U.S. Amphibious Force "Gator Navy"
- Round white patch for U.S. Amphibious Force with nickname "Gator Navy" and image of alligator landing tanks on a beach created by US LST Association.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2015.022.032
- US LST Association Patch
- Round blue and gold LST Association membership patch with LST silhouette in center.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2015.022.033
- WWII Antiaircraft Artillery Patch
- World War II Antiaircraft Artillery shoulder patch (American); circular, with outer blue ring, interior white background, and two red A's.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2015.022.034
- WWII Antiaircraft Artillery Patch
- World War II Antiaircraft Artillery shoulder patch (American); circular, with outer blue ring, interior white background, and two red A's.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2015.022.035
- US Amphibious Forces patch
- World War II US Amphibious Forces shoulder patch; amphib emblem in gold set on a red field.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2015.022.036
- US Amphibious Forces Patch
- World War II US Amphibious Forces iron-on patch; amphib emblem in gold set on a red field.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2015.022.037
- US Navy Rank & Rate Patch
- US Navy Rank & Rate sleeve patch with 1 chevron (Petty Officer Third Class [E-4]) & Crossed Anchors (Boatswain's Mate) on blue field.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2015.022.038
- US Navy Rank & Rate Patch
- US Navy Rank & Rate sleeve patch with 1 chevron (Petty Officer Third Class [E-4]) and Crossed Anchors (Boatswain's Mate) on blue field.... View Full Record
- Pennant
- 2015.022.056
- LST-274 Commission Pennant
- Red, white, and blue pennant used for commissioning of LST-274 on 28 Sept., 1943.... View Full Record
- Cover, Hat
- 2015.040.001
- Khaki Officer's Cap Cover
- USN khaki officer's uniform cap cover, no liner.
-Original owner:: Capt. Clifford Pollock... View Full Record
- Cover, Hat
- 2015.040.002
- Khaki Officer's Cap Cover
- USN khaki officer's uniform cap cover, no liner
-Original owner:: Capt. Clifford Pollock... View Full Record
- Cover, Hat
- 2015.040.003
- Khaki Officer's Cap Cover
- USN khaki officer's uniform cap cover, with gold/orange liner
-Original owner:: Capt. Clifford Pollock... View Full Record
- Jacket
- 2015.040.004
- Khaki Officer's Jacket
- USN khaki officer's uniform jacket with captain's epaulettes
-Original owner:: Capt. Clifford Pollock... View Full Record
- Necktie
- 2015.040.005
- Blue Officer's Skinny Tie
- USN blue officer's skinny tie
-Original owner:: Capt. Clifford Pollock... View Full Record
- Pants
- 2015.040.006
- Khaki Officer's Slacks
- USN khaki officer's uniform slacks
-Original owner:: Capt. Clifford Pollock... View Full Record
- Cap, Garrison
- 2015.040.007
- Blue Officer's Garrison Cap
- USN blue officer's uniform garrison cap, with liner
-Original owner:: Capt. Clifford Pollock... View Full Record
- Jacket
- 2015.040.008
- Blue Officer's Jacket with Ribbons
- USN blue officer's uniform jacket, with ribbons
Ribbons (by row):
-Armed Forces Reserve Ribbon with Bronze Hourglass (for total 20 years total service)
-American Defense; American Theater Campaign, WWII Victory Ribbons
-Naval Reserve Ribbon
... View Full Record
- Necktie
- 2015.040.009
- Blue Officer's Necktie
- USN blue officer's uniform necktie
-Original owner:: Capt. Clifford Pollock... View Full Record
- Pants
- 2015.040.010
- Blue Officer's Slacks
- USN blue officer's uniform slacks
-Original owner:: Capt. Clifford Pollock... View Full Record
- Shirt, Dress
- 2015.042.001
- Operational Dress Shirt
- US Coast Guard Auxiliary Operational Dress Blue Shirt with "U.S.C.G. Auxiliary" patch over left breast pocket and "Cinowalt" patch over right breast pocket; Size 42 reg... View Full Record
- Pants
- 2015.042.002
- Operational Dress Pants
- US Coast Guard Auxiliary Operational Dress Blue Pants with belt; 2 side pockets, 2 cargo pockes, 2 back pockets; Size medium reg.... View Full Record
- Cap, Garrison
- 2015.042.003
- Garrison Cap
- US Coast Guard Auxiliary Tropical Blue Undress Garrison Cap; Size 7 3/8... View Full Record
- Shirt
- 2015.042.004
- Tropical Undress Shirt
- US Coast Guard Auxiliary Tropical Undress Blue Shirt with name tag with "Cinowalt - U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary" over right breast pocket and Ensign Aux. lapel tabs; Size 16... View Full Record
- Pants
- 2015.042.005
- Tropical Undress Blue Pants
- US Coast Guard Auxiliary Tropical Undress Blue Slacks with belt; Size 36 Reg.... View Full Record
- Sweater
- 2015.042.006
- USCG Aux Cardigan
- US Coast Guard Auxiliary Cardigan Sweater with USCG A with silver Ensign Aux epaulettes; Size 42 Reg.... View Full Record
- Sweater
- 2015.042.007
- USCG Aux Sweater
- US Coast Guard Auxiliary Sweater still in back with tag still attached; new, never been worn; Size 40 Reg... View Full Record
- Hat
- 2015.042.008
- The Tilley Hat
- Tilley Hat in original packaging for use by USCG Aux. and others; size 7 5/8... View Full Record
- Epaulet
- 2015.042.009
- USCG Aux Ensign Epaulettes
- Pair of USCG Aux Ensign epaulettes in original unopened packaging... View Full Record
- Pin, Lapel
- 2015.042.010
- USCG Aux Ensign Lapel Patches
- Strip of cloth with 2 USCG Auxiliary Ensign lapel patches on it, not trimmed/cut out and unworn/unused.... View Full Record
- Band, Elastic
- 2015.042.011
- Trouser Blouser
- 2 Trouser Blousers for USCG Aux Operational Dress Uniform; consist of elastic wrapped in cloth with small metal hooks on both ends, used to hold pant legs in socks while working; approx 7 inches in length and green in color
-Stored with 2015.042.0... View Full Record
- Pennant
- 2015.051.01
- Great Lakes Pennant
- Dark blue pennant with white interior edge, anchor image, and "Great Lakes, ILL." letterings; From Naval Station Great Lakes (NAVSTA Great Lakes) located in Lake County, IL; 28 inches in length... View Full Record
- Plaque
- 2015.051.03
- Honor Roll: Mary Jane Bread
- Framed plaque honoring family members and employees in the armed services presented by the bakers of the Mary Jane Bread company; plaque consists of felt on board backing with gold lettering and gold-colored metal plates for each honoree, plates are... View Full Record
- Blotter
- 2015.052.009
- Birndorf Bros Advertising Blotter
- Ink blotter with printed advertisment for Birndorf Bros. Shoe Repair Service (of Dubuque, IA) and identification information for Army and Navy rank and corps insignia on front side.... View Full Record
- Binoculars
- 2016.014.01
- 7X50 Mk1 Mod2 Bausch & Lomb Binoculars
- Pair of Bausch & Lomb -made 7X50 Mk1 Mod2 binoculars with the serial number 18484, produced in 1941.... View Full Record
- Case, Binoculars
- 2016.014.02
- Bausch & Lomb Binocular Case with Shoulder Strap
- Black leather case for binoculars [2016.014.01] with brown leather shoulder strap.... View Full Record
- Bowl, Sugar
- 2016.019.01
- Silver Sugar Serving Bowl
- Silver serving bowl for sugar as part of serving set crafted by Reed & Barton; Approximately 5" diameter, 4" deep... View Full Record
- Bowl, Sugar
- 2016.019.02
- Silver Sugar Serving Bowl Lid
- Silver lid for sugar serving bowl [2016.019.01]... View Full Record
- Cover, Food Storage
- 2016.019.03
- Cream Serving Set Lid
- Lid to Silver Cream server as part of set.... View Full Record
- Server
- 2016.019.04
- Silver Cream Server
- Silver cream server with handle and spout, goes with lid [2016.019.03]. "Reed & Barton; Silver Soldered; 3001; 80z." stamped on bottom.... View Full Record
- Saucer
- 2016.019.05
- Silver Serving Saucer
- Silver serving saucer used with cream server [2016.019.04]... View Full Record
- Bowl, Serving
- 2016.019.06
- Glass Serving Bowl
- Glass Serving Bowl to accompany silver serving set of this accession [2016.019];... View Full Record
- Print
- 2016.021.12
- LST at Sea
- A large black-and-white print depicting an unspecificed LST in rough seas; created by Stewart McCormack in 1943.... View Full Record
- Cap
- 2016.024.07
- U.S.N. WWII Officer Blue Peaked Visor Cap
- U.S.N. WWII-era blue cap for Officers owned by Lt(jg) Jack Hargan during service aboard LST-1030; leather interior rim and visor, blue fabric, USN pin on front, gold strap across front... View Full Record
- Cap
- 2016.024.08
- Jack Hargan USS LST-1030 Cap
- Baseball-style service cap for Lt(jg) Jack Hargan from LST-1030 with officer leafs on bill and pin on either side (Amphib Forces on right, 100th Anniversary on left).... View Full Record
- T-shirt
- 2016.024.09
- "Ring Dang Doo" LST-1030 T-Shirt
- White Hanes T-shirt with "Ring Dang Doo" rinted on front left breast, The US Amphib Patch printed on left sleeve, and "Ring Dang Doo" over an image of LST-1030 & area around Japan on back... View Full Record
- Lamp
- 2016.026.1
- Oxygen Test Lamp
- A World War II-era, flame-based brass lamp with small adjustable mirror attached alongside the chamber meant to test the oxygen levels of compartments in order to check the risk of suffocation prior to entering. Lamp flame would be lit, then lower o... View Full Record
- Clock, Ship's
- 2016.026.2
- WWII US Ship's Clock
- Ship's clock in black metal case with winding key inside front glass. Created by Seth Thomas Clock Company for the U.S. Maritime Commission, serial number 19363. Housed in heavy black metal case with screw & hinge to open front glass cover, and wit... View Full Record
- Inclinometer
- 2016.026.3
- Ornate Bronze Inclinometer
- Ornately carved bronze inclinometer for use on ships in the WWII era. Measures up to 40 degree lists in either direction with screw holes at the end of each arm/branch for mounting on a wall/bulkhead. Pendulum currently overtightened and does not f... View Full Record
- Compass
- 2016.026.4
- Lifeboat Compass
- Mountable compass for use in lifeboats from the WWII era. Compass within black metal case with mounts on right and left sides and openable, attached, protective lid. Instruction plate on front, "EW" [East-West] adjustment dial on front, "NS" [North... View Full Record
- Rule, Parallel
- 2016.026.5
- Parallel Rule
- Parallel rule, a device used to marking parallel lines and recording navigation courses for maritine and aerial navigation. Hard clear plastic with metal handles and metal hinges with protractor protion for measure/marking angles, 4 plastic feet on... View Full Record
- Pants
- 2016.045.07
- U.S. Army Dress Pants
- US Army Dress Uniform pants, olive color. Currently on mannequin in set of three on Tank Deck for display.... View Full Record
- Belt
- 2016.045.09
- U.S. Army Belt with Gear
- US Army utility belt with folding shovel, canteen, and supply bag attached; and full shovel unattached. Currently hanging from rack support chain in final tour compartment along port side Troop Berthing for display purposes.
Belt production date... View Full Record
- Circle, Azimuth
- 2016.056.01
- USN Azimuth Circle Mk.3
- Mk. 3 Azimuth Circle constructed by Sperry Piedmont Co. for the U.S. Navy. Black metal ring with degree markings along interior edge, and several lenses, mirrors, and metal pieces for use of the device. Arrived & kept in wooden storage box with int... View Full Record
- Circle, Azimuth
- 2016.056.04
- USN Azimuth Circle Mk.3
- Mk. 3 Azimuth Circle constructed by Sperry Piedmont Co. for the US Navy. Black metal ring with degree markings along interior edge, and several lenses, mirrors, and metal pieces for use of the device. Arrived & kept in wooden storage box with inter... View Full Record
- Circle, Azimuth
- 2016.056.05
- USN Azimuth Circle Mk.3
- Mk. 3 Azimuth Circle constructed by Sperry Piedmont Co. for the US Navy. Black metal ring with degree markings along interior edge, and several lenses, mirrors, and metal pieces for use of the device. Arrived & kept in wooden storage box with inter... View Full Record
- Circle, Azimuth
- 2016.056.06
- USN Azimuth Circle Mk.3
- Mk. 3 Azimuth Circle constructed by Sperry Piedmont Co. for the US Navy. Black metal ring with degree markings along interior edge, and several lenses, mirrors, and metal pieces for use of the device. Arrived & kept in wooden storage box with inter... View Full Record
- Circle, Azimuth
- 2016.056.07
- USN Azimuth Circle Mk.3
- Mk. 3 Azimuth Circle constructed by Lionel Corp. for the US Navy. Black metal ring with degree markings along interior edge, and several lenses, mirrors, and metal pieces for use of the device. Arrived & kept in wooden storage box with interior mou... View Full Record
- Circle, Azimuth
- 2016.056.08
- USN Azimuth Circle Mk.3
- Mk. 3 Azimuth Circle constructed by Sperry Marine for the US Navy. Black metal ring with degree markings along interior edge, and several lenses, mirrors, and metal pieces for use of the device. Arrived & kept in wooden storage box with interior mo... View Full Record
- Circle, Azimuth
- 2016.056.09
- USN Azimuth Circle Mk.3
- Mk. 3 Azimuth Circle constructed by Maryland Precision Instruments and Optical Co. for the US Navy. Black metal ring with degree markings along interior edge, and several lenses, mirrors, and metal pieces for use of the device. Arrived & kept in wo... View Full Record
- Circle, Azimuth
- 2016.056.10
- USN Azimuth Circle
- Mk. 3 Azimuth Circle constructed by E.S. Ritchie & Sons for the US Navy. Black metal ring with degree markings along interior edge; MISSING the several lenses, mirrors, and metal pieces for use of the device. Arrived & kept in wooden storage box wi... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.060.01
- U.S.S. Pentheus (ARL-20)
- 1/96 scale working model of U.S.S. Pentheus (ARL-20, previously LST-1115) handbuilt by Frank Elsner Jr. in the 1990s. Mounted on wooden base in full clear case with LCVP model alongside and 3 small, badly faded plaques alongside providing informatio... View Full Record
- Plaque
- 2016.060.02
- Task Force 50: Best Steel Navy Ship
- Wooden plaque with engraved US Navy Academy insignia and black & brass fitting on bottom. Plaque awarded by US Navy Academy Ship Model Society in August of 2000 to Frank Elsner, Jr. for his handbuilt, working model of the U.S.S. Pentheus (ARL-20, pr... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2016.075.01
- Helicopter Support Squadron 8 Patch
- Shoulder patch (iron-on backing) for US Helicopter Support Squadron 8 with white stitching for letters on navy blue background. Curved shape, approx 4.5" long by 1" tall.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2016.075.02
- E2 Airman Apprentice
- Shoulder patch (sew-on) for Airman Apprentice E2 patch. Features 2 green stripes on navy blue background.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2016.075.03
- E3 Aviation Structural Mechanic Patch
- Shoulder patch (sew-on) for E3 Aviation Structural Mechanic in the US Navy. Features white stitched crossed hammers between wings over 3 green stripes on navy blue background.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2016.075.04
- E1 Petty Officer Construction Mechanic Patch
- Shoulder patch (sew-on) for E1 Petty Officer Construction Mechanic. Features dark blue stitched eagle and wrench over 2 chevrons on a white background; HOWEVER, 1 stripe has been folded over and stitching indicates it was hidden from view when worn,... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.080
- LST-271 "The Oil King"
- A 1/245th scale model of LST-271 sailing with 4 smaller craft (3 LCVPs, 1 LCT) sailing alongside it mounted on wooden base with plastic cover held in place by small screws. Also features a small plaque in left corner with information on the model, c... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2016.105.01
- U.S.S. Harnett County Patch
- White oval-shaped woven patch for U.S.S. Harnett County in plastic & cardboard case. Patch features image of U.S.S. Harnett County (LST-821) with eyes, wings, and teeth unloading a smaller craft (also featuring eyes) from the bow with a dragonfly (r... View Full Record
- Seal
- 2016.105.02
- U.S.S. Harnett County Ceramic Seal
- Ceramic tile featuring the seal for U.S.S. Harnett County (LST-821). The tile is a white ceramic 6x6x.33 inch square with particle board backing and a space for hanging. The seal itself features two silver lions' heads on shield of light blue with... View Full Record
- Stadimeter
- 2016.106.01
- Stadimeter, Mark II Model 0
- A Mark II Model 0 Stadimeter (Serial No. 1141) made in 1942 by the Ajax Engineering Company of Chicago, IL for the U.S. Maritime Commission. The stadimeter is used for judging distances to a beach or shore, particularly for landing sites of LSTs. T... View Full Record
- Bag, Duffel
- 2016.114.03
- LST-601 Decorated Seabag
- White canvas seabag stamped for one "G.C. Smith" (George Smith, Jr.) and painted with a depiction of LST-601 at sea in front of a star on the side.... View Full Record
- Box
- 2016.150
- Station Spare Parts Metal Box
- 12" by 9" by 6" Gray metal box for storage, stamped with standard black stencil text and heavily written upon and marked up. Features handles on sides and a latch with space for lock on front.
Text on lid: "STATION --- SPARE PARTS --- NAVY MODEL... View Full Record
- Bag
- 2016.182.01
- Canteen Bag
- WWII era over-the-shoulder canteen bag from the U.S. Army. Faded, olive green cloth sewn as a round pouch with two snap-down flaps on top either side of where the lid for the canteen would stick out. Thin, heavily worn shoulder strap is hand-sewn (... View Full Record
- Bag, Duffel
- 2016.182.04
- Edward Jochim WWII Duffel Bag
- WWII era green/tan canvas duffel bag for Edward A. Jochim. The bag measures 19" in diameter and 28" in height with round base sewn on. No apparent printing on canvas bag but tag attached to one drawstring reads "230D --- Edward A. Jochim".... View Full Record
- Bag, Duffel
- 2016.183
- Canvas Duffel Bag
- Full-sized tan canvas duffel bag that measures approximately 20" in diameter and 34" in height with heavy line drawstrings at top. Shows heavy wear from use with a number of stains or makrings and a single large patch. At bottom and on patch are st... View Full Record
- Cap, Garrison
- 2016.185.01
- "American War Dad" Garrison Cap
- Size 6 7/8 garrison cap, tan with gold trim, featuring a red, white, and blue patch with gold trim and letterings stating "American --- War --- Dad".... View Full Record
- Handkerchief
- 2016.185.02
- Small 48-star U.S. Flag
- Cloth U.S. Flag with 48 stars measuring approximately 17" by 11 1/2", possibly intended for us as a parade accessory or alternatively as a pocket square or similar accessory.... View Full Record
- Box, Storage
- 2016.189.01
- U.S. Ship Teacher Models
- Wooden box with two rope handles, two hinges and two latches which opens down middle depth-wise. Painted grey-blue on exterior and light blue on interior, and measures approx. 28.5" by 13.5" by 7.33". Designed to store 11 1:500 scale wood & metal s... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.189.02
- Tennessee Class BB
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Tennessee Class BB above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's class... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.189.03
- New Mexico Class BB
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of New Mexico Class BB above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's clas... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.189.04
- Colorado Class BB
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Colorado Class BB above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's class... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.189.05
- Essex Class CV
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Essex Class CV above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's class sta... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.189.06
- Pensacola Class CA
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Pensacola Class CA above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's class... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.189.07
- Pensacola Class CA
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Pensacola Class CA above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's class... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.189.08
- Mahan Class DD
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Mahan Class DD above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's class sta... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.189.09
- 186 (Clemson) Class DD
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of DD-186 (Clemson) Class DD above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship'... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.189.10
- Omaha Class CL
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Omaha Class CL above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's class sta... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.189.11
- Atlanta Class CL
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Atlanta Class CL above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's class s... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.189.12
- Bogue Class CVE: USS Card
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of the USS Card, a Bogue Class CVE above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of... View Full Record
- Box, Storage
- 2016.190.01
- U.S. Ship Teacher Models
- Wooden box with two rope handles, two hinges and two latches which opens down middle depth-wise. Painted grey-blue on exterior and light blue on interior, and measures approx. 28.5" by 13.5" by 7.33". Designed to store 11 1:500 scale wood & metal s... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.190.02
- North Carolina Class BB
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of North Carolina Class BB above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.190.03
- South Dakota Class BB
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of South Dakota Class BB above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's cl... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.190.04
- Iowa Class BB
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Iowa Class BB above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's class stam... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.190.05
- Baltimore Class CA
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Baltimore Class CA above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's class... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.190.06
- Cleveland Class CL
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Cleveland Class CL above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's class... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.190.07
- New Orleans Class CA
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of New Orleans Class CA above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's cla... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.190.08
- Brooklyn Class CL
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Brooklyn Class CL above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's class... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.190.09
- Sims Class DD
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Sims Class DD above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's class stam... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.190.10
- Fletcher Class DD
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Fletcher Class DD above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's class... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.190.11
- Independence Class CVL
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Independence Class CVL above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's c... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.190.12
- Buckley Class DE
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Buckley Class DE above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's class s... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.190.13
- Gleaves Class DD: USS Livermore
- Teacher's 1:500 scale (approx.) of Gleaves Class DD above the waterline. Made from wood and metal and mounted on wooden base for water level. Model created to help pilots learn to identify Allied and Axis ships from the air. Name of ship's class s... View Full Record
- Lighter
- 2016.197.01
- U.S.S. Jerome County LST-848 Zippo
- Steel zippo lighter measuring approximately 1 1/2" by 2 1/4" by 1/2" with crest of U.S.S. Jerome County (LST-848) on one side and representation of the ship near Vietnam on the other. Stamped with Zippo logo, "Bradford PA" (production location), and... View Full Record
- Lighter
- 2016.197.02
- U.S.S. Jerome County LST-848 Lighter
- Steel zippo lighter measuring approximately 1 1/4" by 2 1/4" by 1/2" with crest of U.S.S. Jerome County (LST-848) with blue highlights on one side and representation of the ship near Vietnam on the other. Stamped with Zippo logo on bottom. No flint... View Full Record
- Pin, Military
- 2016.201.01
- USAAC Sweet Heart Pins
- Set of two US Army Air Forces (USAAF) Homefront Sweetheart pins for the wife or significant other of a USAAF serviceman to wear while he was in service during World War II.
.1 - US Army Air Forces Sweetheart Pin
.2 - WWII USA Corporal Sweethea... View Full Record
- Pin, Military
- 2016.201.02
- USAAC Honorable Discharge Pins
- Pair of US Army Air Forces Honorable Discharge Pins. Feature small star with red circle at center and wings.... View Full Record
- Pin, Military
- 2016.201.03
- USAAF Glider Pin
- US Army Air Forces Glider pin. Feature wings with "G" in the center.... View Full Record
- Pin, Military
- 2016.201.04
- USA, LT. Rank Pins & USAAC Tie Tac
- Three pieces of uniform or outfit adornment:
.1 - USA Collar Pin
.2 - 1st Lieutenant Pin
.3 - USAAC Tie Tac... View Full Record
- Pin, Military
- 2016.201.05
- USAAF Enlisted Crew Wings
- US Army Air Forces Enlisted Crew Wings pin.... View Full Record
- Pin, Military
- 2016.201.06
- USAAC Training Command Pins
- Pair of US Army Air Forces Training Command insignia pins. The latin text at the bottom translates to "I sustain the wings."... View Full Record
- Mattress
- 2016.212
- USN Mattress
- USN mattress used by Ed Frank (father of past Memorial President Ken Frank) during service with the US Navy, likely as Storekeeper, 1st Class (SK1c) aboard LST-32, in World War II. Mattress is approximately 6' by 2' and has "EF Frank" stamped on it... View Full Record
- Footlocker
- 2016.213
- 1st Lt. Raymond T. Chapman Jr. Footlocker
- Wooden footlocker, painted green, used by 1st Lt. Raymond T. Chapman Jr. --- 01166931. Dimensions approximately 32" by 13" by 16" with reinforced edges, wooden handles tight to sides, 3 metal hinges for lid and two latches plus one lockhook. Owner'... View Full Record
- Stadimeter
- 2016.217
- U.S.Navy Stadimeter; Serial #14820
- A Stadimeter (Serial No. 14820) made in 1943 by Schick Incorporated of Stamford, CT for the U.S. Navy's Bureau of Ships. The stadimeter is used for judging distances to a beach or shore, particularly for landing sites of LSTs. This stadimeter featu... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.218.001
- Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personnel (LCVP) Model
- Hand crafted simple wooden model of a Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personnel (LCVP or Higgins Boat) which utilizes household items such as bottle caps as the guntubs, steering column, and other adornments. The model model does not feature any moving part... View Full Record
- Plaque
- 2016.219
- U.S.S. Talbot County (LST-1153) Cast
- Wall plaque featuring metal cast of ship's shield for U.S.S. Talbot County (LST-1153) mounted on a wooden background.... View Full Record
- Satchel
- 2016.228
- Case, Field Telephone
- Olive green cloth carrying case designed for the CY-1277B/PT field telephone used by the US Army in the Vietname era. Features stencil text for identification on "front" side with the numbers "082"on the shoulder strap and small sides. Also has two... View Full Record
- Razor
- 2016.234.01
- Schick Injector Razor
- Personal razor used by Mr. Lanning during his WWII service aboard LST-757 in the South Pacific. The razor is a Schick Deluxe E3 Imperial model produced sometime between 1935 and 1945, likely in or before 1943. The razor itself features a mustard-co... View Full Record
- Flag
- 2016.235
- U.S. Flag, LST-446
- U.S. national flag flown aboard LST-446 during service in WWII at points from 1943 through 1945. After WWII, owned by Chester C. Kohl, who served as a Lt.(jg) engineering officer aboard the ship in WWII. Stamped with ".U.S. Ensign No.9 Mare Isla... View Full Record
- Case, Needlework
- 2016.239
- Dasco Service Mending Kit - Deluxe Model
- Small personal sewing kit in blue cloth case with gold colored trim and tie-strings. Two pockets inside hold two sets of needles, one set of pins, one set of safety pins, and a needle thread in the top, along with several spools of different colored... View Full Record
- Whistle
- 2016.240
- Bosun's Whistle
- Sterling silver bosun's whistle produced by Tiffany & Co. with modern, steel chain and aqua/teal cloth case & box for storage. Whistle itself has "Sterling" stamped in very small letters on flat surface near where chain connects. Possibly used aboa... View Full Record
- Medal
- 2016.243.001
- Bronze Star, Ribbon, & Lapel Pin in Presentation Case
- Bronze Star for Meritorious Service of one Wilbur Johnson in original presentation case with the ribbon and lapel pin for the medal as well.... View Full Record
- Bar, Ribbon
- 2016.243.002
- Ribbon Bar: Purple Heart, Good Conduct, Euro Theater w/ 2 Stars
- Ribbon bar for Ralph Corn. Includes bars for Purple Heart (purple with white edges), Good Conduct (red with white and red stripes), and Euro-N.Africa-Mid.East Theater with 2 battle stars (green, white, blue, brown).... View Full Record
- Card, Playing
- 2016.244
- Season's Greetings LST Card Decks
- Two decks of playing cards with red and blue designs and the letters "LST" on the back respectively. Stored inside a small two-piece cardboard box with gold, black, and tan decoration and the words "Season's Greetings --- Nook & O'Neill Inc." printe... View Full Record
- Model
- 2016.246.1
- LST-1096 St. Clair County Model
- Large hand-built model of LST-1096 (U.S.S. St. Clair County) from an BadShipModels RC boat kit, featuring a small helicopter secured to the main deck. Also visible on the ship are two LCVPs in davits and a crane on the main deck near the cargo hatch... View Full Record
- Key, Telegraph
- 2016.248
- Telegraph Key
- Telegraph key with the serial number CMI-26003A. It is constructed with a wooden back, black metal body, and white poker chip and black knob made from bakelite(?). The serial number is engraced into the metal of the body.... View Full Record
- Radio
- 2016.250
- BC-348-H Radio Receiver - Serial #: 1791
- A US Army Signal Corps BC-348-H Radio Receiver with the serial number 1791 and order number 2356-CHI-41. The equipment was produced by the Belmont Radio Corporation in Chicago, IL for use aboard medium and large sized US Army Air Forces multi-engine... View Full Record
- Typewriter
- 2016.251
- Underwood Typewriter - Serial #: 562821
- Underwood typewriter built for use by the U.S. Navy in with the serial number 562821. The typewriter appears to be a No.5 and the serial number indicates it was produced in 1913.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2016.253
- 1st Marine Division Guadalcanal Patch
- A stitched shoulder patch created for the 1st Marine Division to commemorate the sacrifices and losses suffered in the invasion of Guadalcanal. The patch is a diamond shape measuring approximately 2.75" by 3.75" featuring 5 white stars in the Southe... View Full Record
- Flag, Signal
- 2016.257
- LST-918 Pair of Signal Flags
- A pair of red and yellow signal flags used by SFC Donald Jung (donor's father) aboard LST-918 during his service in WWII for signalling messages in semaphore. Each flag consists of red and yellow triangles of cloth (1 each) sewn together to make a s... View Full Record
- Extinguisher, Fire
- 2016.258
- Lux Model 2 CO2 Fire Extinguisher
- Handheld Lux Model 2 fire extinguisher produced in July of 1941 for use aboard U.S. Navy vessels by Walter Kidde & Company of New Jersey. The extinguisher uses carbon dioxide (CO2), and features a red tank with a folding handle and nozzle at the top... View Full Record
- Pass
- 2016.259
- Los Angeles Homecoming for Gen. Patton & Lt.Gen. Doolittle
- Red ribbon with gold print created as a pass for admission to "all events" relating to the homecoming celebration for "General George S. Patton, Lieut.-General James S. Doolittle, and Other Veterans" for June 9 and 10, 1945.... View Full Record
- Pin, Military
- 2016.263
- USN Chief Petty Officer Cap/Collar Device
- U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer collar/cap device (pin) featuring a brass anchor with line around it and the letters "USN" attached in front and made from silver or similar material. Unclear if the pin is official or, if so, what era is originates fr... View Full Record
- Plaque
- 2016.264
- ARL-18 (U.S.S. Pandemus) Service to the Fleet
- Solid brass cast plaque for ARL-18 (U.S.S. Pandemus) [originally ordered as LST-650]. The plaque is in the shape of a shield with curved outer edges and 5 points at the top. The front is set into the face slightly with raised decorations and words... View Full Record
- Typewriter
- 2016.265.02
- USNR Chaplain Typewriter with Case
- A Royal brand typewriter, likely a 1935 "O" type or 1938 "B" type with a black, lockable carrying case. Thefront of the case has "Chaplain --- J.R. McAlpine --- USNR" printed on it though all but the "USNR" is heavily faded. Likely owned or used by... View Full Record
- Radio
- 2016.272
- RAK Receiver: Serial #1710
- RAK-7 radio receiver with serial #1710 used for low and medium frequency transmissions by crews aboard U.S. Navy submarines, LSTs, and small ships during World War II. Built by the Radio Corporation of America in Camden, New Jersey and accepted for... View Full Record
- Painting
- 2016.275
- LST-807
- Print of a painting depicting LST-807 sailing on the Ohio River with a city (Evansville, IN?) in the background. The ship features 3 visible 40mm AA guns at the bow, two Davits with LCVPs alongside the superstructure, and the green-and-black camofla... View Full Record
- Bar, Ribbon
- 2016.291
- American Defense Medal Ribbon
- Ribbon intended to be worn on the left breast of a U.S. Military service member's uniform to represent the American Defense Service medal. The ribbon is yellow with blue, white and red stripes on each side.... View Full Record
- Bar, Ribbon
- 2016.292
- U.S. Army Good Conduct Ribbon
- A ribbon intended to be worn on the left breast of a U.S. Army uniform to represent the U.S. Army Good Conduct medal. The ribbon is red with three vertical red & white stripes on the outer edges.... View Full Record
- Print
- 2017.007
- Exercise Tiger
- Print of a painting depicting a line of eight LSTs being attacked by German E-Boats during Exercise Tiger, a practice run at Slapton Sands for the D-Day invasion of Normandy, France. The painting focuses on LST-531 (sunk by German torpedo 424 casual... View Full Record
- Analyzer, Capacitor
- 2017.011
- Tel-Ohmike Model 16 (Serial # 1252250)
- A Tel-Okmike Model 16 device (serial # 1252250) built for testing and analyzing capacitors of vacuum tube-era electronics. The device features a large central gage for the Capacity and/or Resistance readings of each test and the controls along eithe... View Full Record
- Craft, Landing
- 2017.012
- LCVP #2
- A non-World War II LCVP (Landing craft, Vehicles & Personnel), also known as a Higgins Boat, acquired by the USS LST Ship Memorial, Inc. for use via public auction and numbered "2" of the Memorial's 3 LCVPs. The boat is painted grey with a steel ske... View Full Record
- Belt, Ammunition
- 2017.027.01
- 20mm Ammunition Links
- A pair of metal links for 20mm ammunition such as what is used for the Oerlikon 20mm anti-aircraft gun common aboard LSTs in World War II, labelled as DM10A1 and DM1A1 styles respectively (photo 1-2). Each consists of two sections joined at the cent... View Full Record
- Tompion
- 2017.027.02
- ASTM C-564 Gasket
- Pair of rubber 3XH Dual-Tite gaskets which meet the ASTM C-564 standard, made by SEPCO (product number 3325174). These are notable as they were used as part of tompions or barrel plugs for 40mm cannons such as the Bofors AA guns aboard some LSTs.... View Full Record
- Tablecloth
- 2017.031
- USN Souvenir Tablecloth
- A blue cloth tablecloth decorated with intricate stitched patterns, gold fringes, and a gold design showing the US Navy emblem (eagle over shield with crossed anchors) and the text "U.S. Navy". Likely created as a souvenir for an officer in the U.S.... View Full Record
- Bag, Duffel
- 2017.032.01
- U.S.N.R. Duffel Bag
- An olive green, canvas duffel bag issued to Lt. H.B. Rupert by the U.S. Naval Reserves. "LT. HB Rupert --- U.S.N.R." is stenciled on the outside in black.... View Full Record
- Blanket
- 2017.032.02
- U.S. Navy Blanket
- An off-white U.S. Navy blanket.... View Full Record
- Jacket
- 2017.032.03
- USN Foul Weather Jacket
- A World War II era U.S. Navy jacket meant for foul weather.... View Full Record
- Parachute, Personnel
- 2017.032.04
- Emergency Parachute, Japanese
- An emergency parachute created for the Japanese military with its case.... View Full Record
- Knife
- 2017.032.05
- LST-825 Silverware: Knife
- Knife as part of a silverware set from LST-825.... View Full Record
- Fork, Dinner
- 2017.032.06
- LST-825 Silverware: Fork
- Fork as part of a silverware set from LST-825.... View Full Record
- Spoon, Soup
- 2017.032.07
- LST-825 Silverware: Spoon
- Spoon as part of a silverware set from LST-825.... View Full Record
- Figure, Action
- 2017.034
- Big Red One Display
- An ordinance crate containing a display dedicated to the First Infantry Division of the U.S. Army, known as the "Big Red One." The display consists of a G.I. Joe figure dressed in appropriate attire with a Thompson submachine gun and an M1 Garand ri... View Full Record
- Model
- 2017.035
- LST-325 LCVP Model
- A model of an LCVP (Higgins Boat) carrying a Willys Jeep, mounted on a dark blue display board alongside a plaque stating "New Port Richey FL-Chapter --- US LST Association --- Presented by --- Lt Walt Wittholz --- National President". The boat mode... View Full Record
- Uniform, Military
- 2017.043.01
- USN Dress Blues WWII
- A World War II-era dress blue uniform worn by Mr. Leslie Thomson during his service aboard LST-630 in World War II from August, 1944 to December, 1945. The uniform includes a cap, a neckerchief, dogtags, a jumper, and trousers.... View Full Record
- Sign, Nautical
- 2017.046
- Circle Zebra
- A square steel sign bearing a red letter "Z" inside a red circle; known as a Circle Zebra sign. This particular Circl eZebra sign was taken from the U.S.S. Gearing (DD-710) during an overhaul circa 1970. The sign would have been fixed to a bulkhead... View Full Record
- Desk
- 2017.048
- LST Radio Operator Desk - Reproduction
- A reproduction wooden desk built to the same specifications as the radio operator desk, to be used for display on the tour route. Assembled by crew & board member Perry Ballinger; painted by volunteers.... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2017.052.04
- Signalman-Petty Officer First Class Rate Badges
- A pair of USN shoulder rate badges for a dress blue uniform of a Signalman-Petty Officer First Class. The badges were issued to and worn by Mr. Theodore Thornton during his service in World War II aboard LST-4 and LST-988. Both have "1944" stitched... View Full Record
- Radio
- 2017.059
- Radio Receiver, Model RAK-1
- World War II-era World War II radio receiver model RAK-1 with the serial #196. The unit was constructed by RCA Manufacturing Co., Inc. for the Navy Department Bureau of Engineering under contract 41370, dated to 2 April, 1935. The item originally c... View Full Record
- Jumper
- 2017.060.01
- USCG WWII Jumper
- Dress blue U.S. Navy jumper worn by Mr. Wolfe during his service aboard a Landing Ship, Tank as part of the U.S. Coast Guard in World War II. The jumper features a U.S. Coast Guard Enlisted white shield on the right arm, a Machinist's Mate 1st Class... View Full Record
- Slacks
- 2017.060.02
- USCG WWII Slacks
- A pair of slacks for a U.S. Navy dress blue uniform worn by Mr. Wolfe during service in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II aboard an LST. Mr. Wolfe's initials and last name are stitched into the band of the slacks.... View Full Record
- Jumper
- 2017.060.03
- USCG WWII Jumper
- Dress blue U.S. Navy jumper worn by Mr. Wolfe during his service aboard a Landing Ship, Tank as part of the U.S. Coast Guard in World War II. The jumper features a U.S. Coast Guard Enlisted white shield on the right arm and a Machinist's Mate 1st Cl... View Full Record
- Slacks
- 2017.060.04
- USCG WWII Slacks
- A pair of slacks for a U.S. Navy dress blue uniform worn by Mr. Wolfe during service in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II aboard an LST.... View Full Record
- Jumper
- 2017.060.05
- USCG WWII Jumper
- Undress blue U.S. Navy jumper worn by Mr. Wolfe during his service aboard a Landing Ship, Tank as part of the U.S. Coast Guard in World War II. The jumper does not have any rate, rank, or service patches.... View Full Record
- Slacks
- 2017.060.06
- USCG WWII Slacks
- A pair of slacks for a U.S. Navy undress blue uniform worn by Mr. Wolfe during service in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II aboard an LST.... View Full Record
- Sweater
- 2017.060.07
- USCG WWII Sweater
- A U.S. Navy issued wool sweater worn by Mr. Wolfe during service in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II aboard an LST.... View Full Record
- Cap
- 2017.060.08
- USCG WWII Blue Cap
- A blue U.S. Navy cap with a U.S. Coast Guard band, worn by Mr. Wolfe during his service aboard an LST in World War II as a member of the U.S. Coast Guard.... View Full Record
- Cap, Sailor
- 2017.060.09
- USCG WWII White Sailor Cap
- A World War II era standard-issue white sailor cap worn by Mr. Wolfe during his service aboard an LST as part of the U.S. Coast Guard.... View Full Record
- Cap, Watch
- 2017.060.10
- USCG WWII Blue Watch Cap
- A blue U.S. Navy wool watch cap used by Mr. Wolfe while serving aboard an LST as part of the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II.... View Full Record
- Underpants
- 2017.060.11
- USCG WWII Blue Wool Underwear
- A pair of blue U.S. Navy undergarments owned and used by Mr. Wolfe during his service aboard an LST as part of the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II. His name is stamped on the tag insid the waistband.... View Full Record
- Spat
- 2017.060.12
- USCG WWII Spats Size 4
- A pair of off-white canvas spats, size 4, that were owned and used by Mr. Wolfe during his service with the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II, including time aboard an LST in the European Theater. Both spats have the size, production information,... View Full Record
- Spat
- 2017.060.13
- USCG WWII Spats Size 3
- A pair of off-white canvas spats, size 3, that were owned and used by Mr. Wolfe during his service with the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II, including time aboard an LST in the European Theater. Both spats have the size, production information,... View Full Record
- Bar, Ribbon
- 2017.060.14
- USCG WWII Ribbon Bar
- Ribbon bar previously affixed to the dress blue uniform jumper (2017.060.01) for Mr. J. Wolfe for his service with the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II. The bar features an American Campaign ribbon and a European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign... View Full Record
- Bar, Ribbon
- 2017.060.15
- USCG WWII Ribbon Bar
- Ribbon bar previously affixed to the dress blue uniform jumper (2017.060.01) for Mr. J. Wolfe for his service with the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II. The bar features an American Campaign ribbon and a European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign... View Full Record
- Patch, Military
- 2017.060.16
- USCG WWII Ruptured Duck Patch
- A Ruptured Duck patch for a U.S. Navy (and thus U.S. Coast Guard) white uniform from the World War II period, issued to and owned by Mr. J. Wolfe. The Ruptured Duck was issued to servicemembers who received honorable discharges from U.S. military se... View Full Record
- Videodisc, Digital
- 2017.078.27
- USS Henry County LST-824 Vietnam - 1968
- DVD containing video and sound files for a digital video assembled from 8mm film footage shot aboard LST-824 [U.S.S. Henry County] during service in the Vietnam War. The footage includes scenes of various Vietnamese citizens on shore, a highline tra... View Full Record
- Telephone, Magneto
- 2017.080.01
- EE-8-B U.S. Army Field Telephone
- A model EE-8-B magneto field telephone in a green canvas bag. The telephone is a hand-crank powered system which is housed in a specially designed canvas bag with a fold-over flap on top, a strap for carrying, and an open circular hole on one side f... View Full Record
- Coin
- 2018.004
- 1943 Steel Wheat Penny
- A single 1943 steel wheat penny produced during U.S. WWII production when copper and other materials were in demand for the war effort. The coin features moderate circulation wear.... View Full Record
- Pennant
- 2018.045
- LST-171 Decommissioning Pennant
- Cloth pennant flown from LST-171 during the ship's decommissioning ceremony on 21 May, 1946. The pennant consists of three main segments of fabric: a blue strip with 7 white stars dyed into it to represent the canton of the U. S. flag attached to th... View Full Record
- Flag
- 2018.051.01
- U.S. Flag from LST-762 [U.S.S. Floyd County] at Okinawa
- A cloth, 48-star American Flag the was flown over LST-762 [later U.S.S. Floyd County] during the Battle of Okinawa in 1945. The flag has information regarding its origin and some provenance written along the hoist of the flag: " L.S.T. 762 1944-1946... View Full Record
- Flag
- 2018.051.02
- U.S. Navy Flag
- A standard, modern flag bearing the seal of the U.S. Navy on a dark blue field.... View Full Record
- Flag
- 2018.051.03
- U.S. Coast Guard Flag
- A standard, modern flag bearing the Great Seal of the United States in dark blue with blue lettering of "United States Coast Guard" above and "Semper Paratus 1790" on a white field.... View Full Record
- Flag
- 2018.051.04
- Naval Prep Pennant
- A yellow and green pennant used by naval vessels to signal when a message begins/ends during communication. The pennant would be raised at the beginning of the message and lowered once the message was completed. The pennant consists of three stripe... View Full Record
- Badge, Cap
- 2019.011.04
- WWII US Navy Officer's Cap Badge
- The metal badge for a US Navy or US Naval Reserve officer's cap during World War II. The badge consists of two metal fixtures, a pair of crossed anchors and a spread-winged eagle atop a shield of stars & bars respectively, fixed together with a pin... View Full Record
- Epaulet
- 2019.011.05
- US Navy Lieutenant Epaulets
- A pair of USN uniform epaulets bearing the two bars of a full lieutenant.... View Full Record
- Medal
- 2019.011.06
- USN - American Theatre Campaign Medal
- A medal issued to members of the U.S. military who served in the American Theater of Operations during World War II. The medal features a ribbon of blue with white, black, and red stripes above a bronze medal showing a US Cruiser and B-24 Liberator... View Full Record
- Medal
- 2019.011.07
- USN - World War II Victory Medal
- A medal issued to members of the U.S. military who served at any point between 7 December, 1941 and 31 December, 1946. The medal features a ribbon of red with double rainbows on either side above a bronze medal showing "Liberation" standing victorio... View Full Record
- Medal
- 2019.011.08
- USN - European-African Middle Eastern Theatre Campaign Medal
- A medal issued to members of the U.S. military who served in the European, African, and/or Middle Eastern Theaters of war during World War II. The medal features a ribbon of green and brown with stripes of white, scarlet, blue, and black above a bro... View Full Record
- Medal
- 2019.011.09
- USN - Asiatic-Pacific Theatre Campaign Medal
- A medal issued to members of the U.S. military who served in the Asiatic-Pacific Theaters of war during World War II. The medal features a ribbon of yellow with stripes of white, scarlet, and blue above a bronze medal showing troops on a beach with... View Full Record
- Ribbon, Campaign
- 2019.011.10
- WWII USN Campaign Ribbons & Ruptured Duck Pin
- A set of campaign ribbons with 4 battle stars and a Ruptured Duck pin from LT. John Dulpan's USNR service in World War II.... View Full Record
- Sight, Military
- 2019.016.01
- 40MM Bofors Boresight
- A boresight for a 40MM Bofors anti-aircraft gun, used aboard LSTs and similar ships by the US Navy and allies from the 1940s onward. The piece is constructed from brass and glass, constructed in an "L" shape to fit into the breech of a Bofors gun fo... View Full Record
- Outlet, Electrical
- 2019.016.02
- Brass 115V A/C Outlet Housing
- A brass outlet housing for an electrical outlet aboard a naval ship. The housing includes some remaining wire as well as a small plaque specifying "115V A/C". The housing was collected from an LST by Mr. Roald Zvonik while working to restore the LS... View Full Record
- Painting
- 2020.001.01
- Evansville's Rosie the Riveter
- A large painting depicting a stylized version of the Norman Rockwell's famous Rosie the Riveter WWII propaganda painting to align with Evansville, IN's WWII wartime industry. The painting shows Rosie in a blue shirt and blue coveralls with welding g... View Full Record
- Painting
- 2020.001.02
- LST-807 Underway
- A large painting depicting a LST-807 sailing down the Ohio River following her construction by the Missouri Valley Bridge & Iron Co. Shipbuilding Division at the Evansville Shipyard. The 807 was launched on 11 September, 1944 and commissioned for se... View Full Record
- Painting
- 2020.001.03
- P-47 Thunderbolt in Flight
- A large painting depicting a P-47 Thunderbolt in-flight. It appears that the painting is based on the lead aircraft in the cover photo for "P-47 Thunderbolt at War" by Cory Graff. The P-47 shown features the "razorback" fuselage configuration utili... View Full Record