This cap is worn by members of the Legion of Valor. The Legion of Valor is a federally chartered corporation that promotes patriotism, the U.S. Constitution, and civil liberties.The orgainzation membership is open to recipients of the Medal of Honor, the Distinguished Service Cross, the Navy Cross and the Air Force Cross.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Personal Items
Pilot
Dr. Thomas N. Weems
Physical Description
United States Legion of Valor "overseas" cap; dark navy blue sides with white embroidered text "LEGION OF VALOR - U.S.A."; light blue pleated top; red, white and blue piping seperates top and bottom of the cap.
Dimensions
3-D: 28.6 × 12.4 × 1.9cm (11 1/4 × 4 7/8 × 3/4 in.)
Materials
Wool
Leather
Possible Silk
Paper
Ink
Inventory Number
A20181731000
Credit Line
Donated by the families of Rebecca E. Weems, Ph.D., George Halton Weems, and Philip N. Weems
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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