Overcoat
Object number2017.63.1
Manufacturer
Waterbury Button Company
Date1941-1945
MediumWool; Fabric; Metal
Credit LineIn memory of Charles Bellas
DescriptionDouble-breasted olive green wool overcoat. Notched lapel with one buttonhole each. Long-sleeve. Full length. One pocket on each hip. One interior pocket inside proper left front panel. Slit up back of coat runs halfway up from bottom.DimensionsHeight x Width (Width is between shoulder seams): 45.5 × 17.25 in. (115.6 × 43.8 cm)InscriptionsText stamped in black ink inside proper left sleeve at shoulder "BELLAS, C.F."
MarksBack of each large button has text “WATERBURY BUTTON CO. CONN.”
Back of each small button has text “WATERBURY BUTTON CO.”
Historical NotesDuring World War II, Charles Bellas served as a chief mechanic with the 2nd Marine Air Wing in the Pacific, including in the Solomon Islands, Guadalcanal, and Bougainville.
Previous owner
Charles F. Bellas
Related institution
2nd Marine Aircraft Wing
Related institution
United States Marine Corps
On View
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1941-1953
Harry Ash
