Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Badge, Military |
Catalog Number |
1939.1068.6 |
Date |
ca. 1900 |
Material(s) |
Bronze |
Dimensions |
H-1.83 W-1.83 inches |
Description |
This is a five-pointed star Grand Army of the Republic badge. The badge has smaller stars at each point of the five-pointed star. On the obverse, there is a circular center with five figures. In the center of the badge is the figure of the goddess of liberty, representing loyalty. On either side of the goddess, a soldier and a sailor clasping hand are shown with two children kneeling before the soldiers. On each side of the group are the National Flag and the Eagle as well as a fasces symbol. In each point of the star is the insignia of the various branches of service: the bugle for infantry, the crossed cannons for artillery, the crossed muskets for marines, the crossed sabers for cavalry, and the anchor for the sailors. Over the central groups are the words "GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC" and under "1861 - VETERANS - 1866." On the reverse side, there is a branch of laurel in each point of the star. The National Shield is in the center, surrounded by the twenty-four recognized Corps Badges. Around the center is a circle of stars. There is a straight pin with a hook clasp across the back of the badge. Along one edge, "K7914" is stamped. |
Notes |
The Grand Army of the Republic was the first important veterans orgainization, founded in 1866 in Springfield, IL. for veterans of the Union army, navy, and marines, 1861-65. It's last encampment was in 1949. |
Collection |
KHS Museum Collection |
Subjects |
Badges Insignia Veterans |
Search Terms |
Grand Army of the Republic Veterans Military |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |