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Trench Lighter
Date1912
Mediumbrass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall length x width): 3 1/2 × 7/8in. (8.9 × 2.2cm)
Credit LineGift of the Children of Kenneth J. Winschel
DescriptionA trench lighter carried by William F. Winschel during WWI. Made in Austria, 1912.
Object number2023.12.19
InscribedInscribed on body of lighter: "JMCO / U.S. PATENT / APRIL 2. 1912 / MADE IN AUSTRIA"Inscribed on one side of spark wheel bracket: "MADE IN AUSTRIA"
Inscribed on other side of spark wheel bracket: "AUSTRIAN PATENT NO 89538"NotesSubject Note: William F. Winschel served with the 26th Infantry Division in World War I.
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