Board, Shoulder

Object number2007.56.25 a,b

Date1861-1865

MediumFelt; metallic thread; lead

Credit LineHeinz History Center Collection

DescriptionPair of rectangular shoulder boards. Black felt trim. Gold metallic decoration. Light green felt center.Dimensions1.75 x 4.25 in. (4.4 x 10.8 cm)
InscriptionsBack: hand written in pencil, "MD Hays, Lt. George Washington / Chevrons as 1st Lt., Union Army / 1949 Gift of Mrs. Geo. K. Hays".
Historical NotesDonor: Mrs. George K. Hays Worn by Lt. George Washington Hays, of Butler County. Found in collection.

Previous owner Lieutenant George Washington Hays

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