Collection Highlights
Thoughts on African Colonization
Date:
1832
Object Number:
LIB.E448.G24.1832
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Luce Center
Badge
Object Number:
INV.3618[dup]
Date:
1866
Medium:
Metal, textile
Dimensions:
overall: 3 1/2 x 1 7/8 in.
Description:
Metal badge suspended from bar with pin-back; upper bar in the shape of an eagle holding two crossed cannons and cannon balls; 5 point star depicts image of a woman, solider, children and two American flags; inscribed "GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC/1861 VETERAN 1866"; reverse depicts various symbols and an American shield at center; bar and medal connected by a silk ribbon American flag.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
