Name/Title
Patch, MilitaryEntry/Object ID
2017.014.0020Description
Military Patch diamond shape, green khaki background embroidered gold eagle in a circle;
Honorable Discharge Emblem Lozenge sometimes referred to as the "ruptured duck" signifies that the serviceman served honorably. It was worn by all servicemen, of all branches, when they were being discharged. They could wear their uniforms with the patch for up to thirty days after discharge. It was authorized from September 1939 through December 1946. During World War II members of the armed forces were forbidden to possess civilian clothing unless so ordered. It made desertion harder and by rules they were to be treated as prisoners of war if captured and not spies.
size 1-1/2" x 3"Collection
Benicia Historical Museum Collection