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Gift of Thomas L. Cheney, 1991.28.91, Connecticut Museum of Culture and History collection, No …
Mexican Border Service Ribbon
Gift of Thomas L. Cheney, 1991.28.91, Connecticut Museum of Culture and History collection, No Known Copyright

Mexican Border Service Ribbon

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Philip Cheney American, 1878-1948
Datec. 1916
Mediumsilk
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 1/2 × 1 1/2in. (1.3 × 3.8cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Thomas L. Cheney
DescriptionA Mexican Border Service ribbon/bar comprised of a yellow stripe with green on both sides. It was earned by Philip Cheney, who attained the rank of Captain during World War I, and was honorably discharged in December 1918.
Object number1991.28.91
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Gift of Thomas L. Cheney, 1991.28.92, Connecticut Museum of Culture and History collection, No …
Mexican Border Service Medal
Philip Cheney
c. 1916
Image Not Available for Discharge Stripe
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Philip Cheney
c. 1918
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Philip Cheney
c. 1914
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1920-1945
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