Shoulder Patch
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Connecticut Yankee Council
American
MakerMade by
Unknown
Date2001
MediumMachine-embroidery in synthetic threads on synthetic or cotton backing, coated with plastic
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 2 1/4 x 5in. (5.7 x 12.7cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Robert A. Kravecs II
DescriptionThis shoulder patch was worn by Troop 124 at the Connecticut Yankee Council 2001 National Jamboree. It depicts Washington Irving, a famous author. The ground of this patch is done in pale blue embroidery thread, and the edging is done in silver embroidery thread. There is an American flag on the left side of the patch and a crest with an eagle and American flag motif on the right.
Connecticut Yankee Council scouts, leaders, and staff attending the 2001 National Scout Jamboree wore these distinctive council shoulder patches, each designed around the portrait of a famous Connecticut native. Troops made their own name selections and built gateway and Jamboree themes around those people. This set of thirteen patches includes the eleven Jamboree troops, a troop from Westchester Putnam Council, and the Staff shoulder patch, which depicts the 29th Connecticut Volunteers, an all black regiment that served with distinction during the Civil War. The Connecticut Historical Society participated in finding historically accurate representations, and gained authorization for their use when necessary.
Connecticut Yankee Council scouts, leaders, and staff attending the 2001 National Scout Jamboree wore these distinctive council shoulder patches, each designed around the portrait of a famous Connecticut native. Troops made their own name selections and built gateway and Jamboree themes around those people. This set of thirteen patches includes the eleven Jamboree troops, a troop from Westchester Putnam Council, and the Staff shoulder patch, which depicts the 29th Connecticut Volunteers, an all black regiment that served with distinction during the Civil War. The Connecticut Historical Society participated in finding historically accurate representations, and gained authorization for their use when necessary.
Object number2001.42.6
InscribedStitched across the top of the patch in yellow embroidery: "CONNECTICUT YANKEE COUNCIL". Stitched across the bottom of the patch: "2001 NATIONAL JAMBOREE". "Washington Irving" stitched in black thread on the far left of the patch.
"124", the troop number, stitched in light blue thread, "ghosted" on a light blue background on the far right of the patch.
A small gold sticker on the back of the patch says "MADE IN TAIWAN" in black letters.NotesHistorical Note: Shoulder patches made for the 2001 National Scout Jamboree for the Connecticut Yankee Council (part of the Boy Scouts of America). Each patch was designed around the portrait of some person famous in the history of the State of Connecticut. Troops made their own name selections and built themes around these people. This is a twelve patch set for this council's Jamboree troops, plus a troop from Westchester Putnam Council. The Connecticut Historical Society participated in finding historically accurate representations and authorization for their use where necessary.
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