Issued by
United States Army, American, founded 1775
Worn by
General Powell, Colin L., American, 1937 - 2021
Subject of
32nd Infantry Division, American, founded 1917
United States Armed Forces, American, founded 1775
United States Department of Defense
Date
1973-1974
Medium
brass (alloy)
Dimensions
H x W x D: 1 × 1 1/2 × 3/8 in. (2.5 × 3.8 × 1 cm)
Caption
From 1973 to 1974, Lt. Col. Colin Powell commanded the 1st Battalion of the 32nd Infantry, 2nd Infantry Division, guarding the Demilitarized Zone in the Republic of Korea.
Description
One (1) U.S. Army 32nd Infantry Officer insignia pin worn by Lt. Col. Colin L. Powell. This gold metal insignia is of two crossed long rifles with the “32” for the Infantry at the top. On the reverse of the pin are two backings and maker’s engravings that include “20-10K G.F.” and two small shield shapes.
Place used
Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
Classification
Awards, Medals, and Insignia
Type
insignias
Topic
Clothing and dress
Government
Military
U.S. History, 1969-2001
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Alma J. Powell
Object number
A2022.101.1.84
Restrictions & Rights
No known copyright restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd552749ae1-df28-468f-9a39-926b4ea25eaf

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