Collection Highlights
Augustus Coe Gurnee dressed for the Vanderbilt costume ball, March 26, 1883
Date:
March 26, 1883
Object Number:
PR.223.1.16.1
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Chevrons
Object Number:
INV.7472uv
Date:
1918-1920
Medium:
Wool, cotton
Dimensions:
largest: 5 1/2 x 3 1/4 x 1/8 in. ( 14 x 8.3 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Two olive felt patches with three olive chevrons at top; one patch has a curved stripe at bottom; both have two gold thread wings atop wheel in center.
Gallery Label:
These chevrons were worn by sergeants in the U.S. Army Transportation Corps on the upper sleeves of their uniform jackets.
Credit Line:
Bequest of Henry O. Havemeyer
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
