Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Badge, Military |
Catalog Number |
1980.01.06 |
Date |
ca. 1919 |
Material(s) |
Metal |
Dimensions |
H-1.625 W-2 inches |
Description |
This is a molded silver gilt metal military badge for Expert Rifleman accomplishment during World War I. The badge is composed of two parts attached with two small metal links. The top section is a rectangular band with raised lettering that reads "EXPERT RIFLEMAN". The lower section is composed of a laurel wreath bound at the bottom under two crossed rifles. There is a pin clasp attached to the back of the top section of the badge. |
Notes |
Rogers was a native of Lancaster, Kentucky. Items donated by Mrs. Elizabeth W. Rogers on behalf of Joseph M. Rogers in care of donor listed |
Collection |
Mrs. Joseph M. Rogers Collection |
Event |
World War I |
Subjects |
Badges Decorations, Military Insignia Military decorations Military life Military service Rifles Armed forces |
Search Terms |
Armed Forces Arms & armament Military Military Uniforms United States Marine Corps US Marine Corps US Marines USMC |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |