Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Ascot |
Catalog Number |
IL1980.28.03 |
Date |
1965 |
Material(s) |
Nylon |
Dimensions |
H-16.5 W-18.5 inches |
Description |
This is a red nylon ascot with a neck strap. There are three snap studs on the straps. It was issued by the U.S. Army Artillery. |
Notes |
This ascot belonged to General William R. Buster (1916-1995). A native of Harrodsburg, Buster attended Centre College. Graduating West Point in 1939, Buster then served as Battery Commander for the 92nd Armored Field Artillery Battalion in charge of planning and training for the invasion of North Africa during World War II. An executive officer in the planning of the invasion of Sicily, Buster also helped to spearhead the Allied Invasion of Normandy Beach in 1944. During the post-war occupation of Germany, Buster served on the War Department's General Staff until he retired from the Army in 1947. Buster remained active in the Army Reserved upon his return to Kentucky. In 1960, Governor Bert Combs appointed Buster Assistant Adjutant General for the Kentucky National Guard. Buster then held the role of Commanding General XXIII Corps Artillery until his retirement in 1969. |
Collection |
William Buster Collection |
People |
Buster, William R. |
Subjects |
Accessories Neckwear Military uniforms Military officers |
Search Terms |
Harrodsburg (Ky.) Kentucky Army National Guard Kentucky National Guard |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |