Issued by
United States Army, American, founded 1775
Worn by
General Powell, Colin L., American, 1937 - 2021
Subject of
United States Armed Forces, American, founded 1775
United States Department of Defense
Date
1958-1993
Medium
sterling silver and brass (alloy)
Dimensions
H x W x D: 1 1/16 × 1 1/16 × 3/8 in. (2.7 × 2.7 × 0.9 cm)
Description
One (1) “U.S.” Army insignia pin worn by General Colin L. Powell. The pin is made of silver metal in the shape of a "U." and "S." and has two brass backings. When worn on military uniform, is typically attached at the proper left or right front collar.
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
A2022.101.1.85.1
Restrictions & Rights
No known copyright restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd57c9968fb-7533-490b-bc79-8cdc88312241

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