Pin, Military
Object number2009.9.33
Date1939-1946
Mediumbrass
Credit LineIn loving memory of Fred A. Lepant
DescriptionMetal military pin.Dimensions0.75 x 0.75 in. (1.9 x 1.9 cm)InscriptionsOn front and center of wheel, "U.S" [no second period after "S"].
Historical NotesUnidentified military pin belonging to Frederick A. Lepant who served during WWII. This pin looks similar to the U.S. Army's Quartermaster Corps Branch Insignia , though with slight variations: sword and key are switched around; to match the original, the eagle should be taller; and different center decoration. Frederick Albert Lepant (April 14, 1928-September 18, 2008) was a graduate of Schenley High School, and who resided in Bellevue, was a member of US Army Air Forces during World War II, from 1940-1947. After his military career he was a draftsman at Dravo and then an electrical engineer at Duquesne Light.
Previous owner
Frederick Albert Lepant
(1928 - 2008)
Related institution
United States Army Air Forces
Related institution
Schenley High School
Subjects
On View
Not on view1939-1945
c. 1814
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