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Inventory photograph, FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY, not for public use or reproduction.
Handkerchief
Inventory photograph, FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY, not for public use or reproduction.

Handkerchief

Date1950-1954
MediumCotton
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 16 × 16in. (40.6 × 40.6cm)
ClassificationsTextiles
Credit LineGift of Theresa M. Battaglio, granddaughter of Charles F. Catania
DescriptionWhite Korean War era U.S. Navy handkerchief, c. 1950. The word "GENDRON" is emblazoned across the handkerchief, and according to the donor it belonged to Charles F. Catania’s best friend, Leonard Gendron, of Kansas City. The handkerchief is discolored due to age and wear.
Object number2020.24.15
InscribedAt center: "GENDRON"
On View
Not on view
Gift of G. Fox & Co., 1949.2.15  © 2009 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Unknown
1850-1875
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