U.S. Army Air Force Spoon

Name/Title

U.S. Army Air Force Spoon

Entry/Object ID

L1986.X.3

Description

This is a metal flatware spoon with U.S. stamped on handle. The spoon has paper tag tied around handle that reads, "Temp. Moritz." The spoon measures 1.25" (w) x 6" (l).

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Spoon, Eating

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Eating & Drinking Utensils

Nomenclature Class

Food Service T&E

Nomenclature Category

Category 04: Tools & Equipment for Materials

Parts

Count

1

Provenance

Notes

Spoon found at Alliance Army Air Force Base (Nebraska) where they trained glider pilots during World War II.