Trench Lighter
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
William F. Winschel
American, 1897 - 1974
Date1912
Mediumbrass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall length x width): 3 1/2 × 7/8in. (8.9 × 2.2cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
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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Kenneth J. Winschel
c. 1952-1953
