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William Foster Vietnam Era Army UniformEntry/Object ID
2024.47.1Description
Vietnam era army uniform. Army green lightweight wool jacket and pants.
a. Dark olive-green wool-blend service jacket featuring a sharp, structured silhouette with four gold-tone eagle-embossed buttons down the front. It is outfitted with four pleated pockets, including two breast pockets and two at the hip. The left sleeve displays an Octofoil patch positioned above a dark green rank chevron. Also 2 circular brass lapel disks, and an Army Good Conduct Medal over the pocket. A silver-white braided cord is draped over the right shoulder.
b. pants of same fabric.
The cap that accompanies the uniform (a US Army AG-44 wool service cap with olive green crown and black leather visor band) was torn and missing the visor, so has not been kept. There are two instances of the prescribed cap for this uniform already in collections (1.98.393 and 2946).Context
Worn by Fred Foster during his tour of duty in Vietnam.
9th Infantry Division. Specialist 4th Class (E-4)
U.S. Army Class A "Army Green" uniform (commonly known as the AG-344 or AG-44 uniform). This style of dress green uniform was introduced in the mid-1950s and served as the standard service uniform through the Vietnam War era up until it was phased out in the 2010s
The shoulder sleeve insignia on the left shoulder features the "Octofoil" patch of the 9th Infantry Division. This historically significant unit was heavily engaged in both World War II and the Vietnam War.
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From findagrave.com:
William John "Fred" Foster
June 1, 1946 - May 5, 2023
William John "Fred" Foster, 76, of Waseca, died at his home, on Friday, May 5, 2023.
William was born in Des Moines, IA., on June 1, 1946. He was adopted by John William and Dorothy Ann (Hample) Foster. As a child, his family moved to Waseca, and he attended Waseca Schools. Following his graduation from Waseca Central High School, Fred was drafted into the United States Army, and served his country in Vietnam. Following his honorable discharge, he returned to Minnesota, and went on to earn a bachelor's degree. In addition to working various odd jobs around southern Minnesota, Fred's more important role was caring for his parents. He enjoyed fishing and listening to music, and was a member of the Waseca VFW.
Fred is survived by his sister, Barbara Ann Fritz of McGregor; and her son, Kurt John Fritz of McGregor; as well as, numerous cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother-in-law, John Leo Fritz.Lexicon
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Foster, William John "Fred"Create Date
September 8, 2026Update Date
September 11, 2026