Pin, Military
Object number2007.93.1 a,b
Datec. 1940
MediumMetals; Enamel
Credit LineGift of Selma Schwartz
DescriptionGold plated military insignia pin, shaped like a badge. Top incised image of Arabian lamp; below lamp, rectangular bar striped red and white; white border, red in middle with white castle in center; bottom of pin, red banner with stylized letters. Threaded post on back with screw-on disk backer.Dimensions0.375 x 1 x 1.375 in. (1 x 2.5 x 3.5 cm)Inscriptions(a)
Bottom of pin has text "ESSAYONS".
Historical NotesSamuel Schwartz was born January 12, 1925, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Before joining the Army, he was manager at a retail liquor store. Schwartz began active service in the U.S. Army in November 1942. During his time fighting in World War II, he was awarded three military honors: the Good Conduct Medal, the American Theater Ribbon, and the World War II Victory Ribbon; he was never injured in battle. In February 1946, he was given an Honorable Discharge. Samuel Schwartz died on December 28, 1992 and is buried in Kether Torah Cemetery, Pittsburgh.
Previous owner
Samuel Schwartz
(1925 - 1992)
Related institution
United States Army
Related institution
United States Army Corps of Engineers
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c.1940
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