Flotation Vest

Object/Artifact

Key West Art & Historical Society

Flotation Vest

Name/Title

Flotation Vest

Entry/Object ID

1987.01.2385

Description

Inflatable military flotation vest associated with U.S. Navy Underwater Demolition Teams (UDT) and SEAL units. The vest is constructed of dark olive rubberized material and is designed to provide buoyancy when inflated. The vest was intended for use by military personnel during underwater and maritime operations.

Collection

Artifact Collection

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1971

Time Period

20th Century

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Float, Life

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Preserver, Life

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Water Transportation Accessories

Nomenclature Class

Water Transportation Equipment

Nomenclature Category

Category 07: Distribution & Transportation Objects

Dimensions

Height

17 in

Width

16 in

Condition

Reason for Exam

Inventory

Overall Condition

Fair