Uniform

Object Name:

Uniform

Object ID:

2003.050

Date:

1946-1955

Description:

Uniform, Korean War era. Worn by Lt. Col. Frederick M. Wood (1912-2008) of Concord, NH. Jacket and pants. Dark olive green wool. Jacket has embroidered circular patch on left sleeve: red "AA" on white in blue circle. Patch on right sleeve: blue shield with four white stars. Gold oak leaf on each shoulder. Brass "U.S." and crossed cannons (artillery) insignia on each lapel. Six service stripes on right sleeve. Black trim on cuffs. Brass buttons with eagle insignia. Red, white, and black braided cord on left shoulder. Green quilted lining. Embroidered label on lining: "TAILORED EXCLUSIVELY / FOR / Floyd's / OF MANCHESTER, N.H." Pants have applied full-length black stripe on each leg.

Material:

Textile
Wool

Dimensions:

W-19 L-32 inches

Provenance:

Frederick M. Wood (1912-2008) served as Lieutenant Colonel in the 197th Coast Artillery (AA), New Hampshire National Guard. He wore this uniform from 1946 to 1955 while stationed at First Army Headquarters, Governors Island, NY, among other places; the braided cord signifies First Army Headquarters. He was a member of the National Guard from 1938 to 1968.

Credit Line:

Gift of Frederick M. Wood

People:

Wood, Frederick M. (1912-2008)

Subjects:

Military uniforms