Object Record
Images
Metadata
Object Name |
Badge, Insignia |
Catalog Number |
1989.08.01 |
Date |
1943 |
Material(s) |
Enamel/Metal/Silver |
Dimensions |
H-1.063 W-3 inches |
Description |
This is a metal Combat Infantry Badge. There is a rectangular center piece with a blue enamel background and a raised metallic silver long rifle and border. Centered under the center piece is a silver metallic laurel wreath. There are two butterfly clasps attached to the back of the badge. |
Notes |
This badge was earned by Cpl. Stanley Lawson of Harrodsburg on ATTV, Aleutian Islands, Alaska in 1943. Lawson served with the 159th Infantry Regiment, 7th Division. |
Collection |
E. D. Klatte Collection |
Event |
World War II |
People |
Lawson, Stanley |
Subjects |
Arms & armament Badges Infantry Military decorations Insignia |
Search Terms |
Army Badges Infantry Military U.S. Army United States Army US Army World War, 1939-1945 |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |