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Two shoulder boards worn by Ensign Cassin Craig

1943-1946

Smithsonian NMAAHC collection

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Source catalog description

This description refers to material held by Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. Visual details below describe the original material.

Two shoulder boards used by Ensign Cassin Craig. The boards are straight across the bottom and taper in as it moves towards the top. The tops of the boards are rounded like an arch. They are covered in grey fabric. Each board has a textured and patterned black Ensign stripe along the bottom. Above the stripe there is an embroidered black Supply Corps insignia on each board. The insignia features a sprig of three oak leaves and three acorns. The back of each board features a strap that is attached with a black button.

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Catalog metadata · CC0 · Source checked 2026-10-13

Catalog reference: 2024.113.5.5-.6

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