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This is a standard issue M1912/1917 United States Army Air Service uniform coat. It was worn by the donor, 2nd Lt. Leroy Boutwell, during World War I and the immediate post war period. Boutwell served with the 97th Division.

 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-Uniforms: Military Manufacturer Army & Navy Co-Operative Co.
 Physical Description United States Army Air Service (USAAS) Type M1912/1917 officer's uniform coat; single breasted drab wool with five brass buttons down front; two upper patch pockets and two lower patch pockets with brass buttoned flap; stiff or "choker" collar; single gold officer's lace on each cuff; epaulets; two overseas service chevrons on left cuff; 3rd Army Aviation insignia on left shoulder. Wool, 2nd lt. with Victory Medal ribbon, no wing badge. olive drab color; divisional patch on left shoulder, wing insignia on collar; ca. 1920. Dimensions Clothing: 73.7 x 59.7 x 10.8cm (29 x 23 1/2 x 4 1/4 in.)
 Materials Wool, brass, silk
 Inventory Number A19772821000 Credit Line Donated by Leroy A. Boutwell Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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