Pair of Dress Stars
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
George Wells Cheney Jr.
American, 1920 - 1994
DistributorDistributed by
United States Navy
American
Datec. 1942
Mediummetal, wool, cotton thread
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 1 1/2 × 1 5/8in. (3.8 × 4.1cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of George Wells Cheney III, Katherine C. Chappell, and Mary C. Nelson
DescriptionA pair of stars worn on the dress uniform of naval officers, owned by George Wells Cheney, Jr. during World War II. Gold stars attached to black wool that are sewn onto the sleeves of a uniform.
Object number1997.108.23.1-.2
NotesHistorical Note: Belonged to George Wells Cheney, Jr. (1920-1994), who enlisted in the United States Navy during World War II and served on the USS Franklin.Subject Terms
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