Name/Title
USS Laffey (DD-724) Shell Casing AshtrayDescription
An ashtray made from 5 in. shell casing fired from USS Laffey (DD-724) during the D-Day attack on June 6, 1944. On one side are the words "Invasion of France; June 6, 1944" between two crossed anchors. On the other is a depiction of a destroyer with the words "USS Laffey (DD-724)".Use
Both a memento of a US Navy cruise and a practical device for ashing cigarettes.Context
Creating art from shell casings was a very popular pastime amongst US Navy crewman during World War II.Collection
USS LAFFEY DD724Acquisition
Accession
1976.00002Source or Donor
USS Laffey Association, Donald L. GivensUpdate Date
April 4, 2025