Patch, Military

Object number2001.78.8

Datec. 1992

Mediumfabric, various threads, heat-set plastic film

Credit LineGift of Mary Jeanne Flaherty

DescriptionEmbroidered shoulder patch, appears to be an unofficial military-style insignia: an upright oblong shape of khaki-color fabric, machine-embroidered with shiny brown thread with military campaign name, along with an outline map of Iraq, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia, with superimposed stars and stripes banner in red, white, blue; the back of the patch has been sealed with a hot-applied plastic material.Dimensions0.125 x 3 x 4.25 in. (0.3 x 7.6 x 10.8 cm)
InscriptionsFront has text "OPERATION / DESERT STORM".
MarksRetailer's tag on back of patch reads: "RALPH'S / ($) 2(.)99".
Historical NotesDonor Mary Jeanne Flaherty served with the 171st Mission Support Flight during the Gulf War (USAF Active Guard Reserve), and apparently purchased this patch locally as a souvenir.

Related institution United States Air Force

Related institution 171st Air Refueling Wing

Previous owner Mary Jeanne Flaherty

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