This is a standard issue M1912/1917 United States Army Air Service uniform coat. This uniform was worn by the donor, Wilber E. Goodhart, during World War I. He served as a mechanic for the 177th Aero Squadron.
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
Physical Description
United States Army Air Service (USAAS) Type M1912/1917enlisted man'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; epaulets; brass "U.S." insignia on right collar and Air Service Winged Propeller insignia on left collar; red wool "discharge" chevron left arm; overseas service chevron on left cuff; 177th Aero Squadron insignia on left shoulder; sergant rank insignia on right sleeve.
Dimensions
Clothing: 80 x 62.2 x 7.6cm (31 1/2 x 24 1/2 x 3 in.)
Materials
Wool, brass, silk
Inventory Number
A19751458000
Credit Line
Gift of Wilber E. Goodhart
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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