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Metadata
Object Name |
Coat, Frock |
Catalog Number |
1974.24.05 |
Maker |
Pettibone Mfg. Co. |
Date |
1907-1911 |
Material(s) |
Wool/Brass/Cotton |
Dimensions |
H-37 W-28 inches |
Description |
This is Adjutant General Philip Preston Johnston's frock coat and epaulets. Part A is a dark blue wool, double breasted frock coat with black velvet at collar and cuffs. There are two rows of eight buttons on front (Brass Kentucky State motto buttons). There is brass thread embroidered at collar and cuff. The frock has a black polished cotton quilted liner and a split, pleated tail. Parts B & C are the bullion epaulets. |
Notes |
Philip Preston Johnston was appointed adjutant general of Kentucky by Governor A.E. Willson in 1907, and served in that capacity for four years. Johnston was a former Confederate soldier but, unlike Nuckols, chose to adhere to the federal regulations when purchasing his full dress uniform. Johnston would take the initial steps to bring the Kentucky State Guard into compliance with the "Dick Law" and it was under his administration that the foundation of the new Kentucky National Guard would be laid. However, Kentucky did not fully conform to the new federal regulations until a full year following the completion of Johnston's administration. |
Collection |
General Cronan Collection |
Subjects |
Military officers Military uniforms Generals |
Search Terms |
Kentucky National Guard Kentucky Adjutant General |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |