Service Stripes
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Philip Cheney
American, 1878-1948
Date1917-1918
Mediumwool, silk thread
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 1 1/4 × 2in. (3.2 × 5.1cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Thomas L. Cheney
DescriptionA pair of service stripes, one for each six months spent overseas, and worn on the lower left sleeve. The stripes are wide "V" shaped and are blue surrounded by olive green. They were earned by Philip Cheney, who attained the rank of Captain during World War I.
Object number1991.28.89.1-.2
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