This Israeli flag patch belonged to Space Shuttle astronaut David M. Brown. He flew on Shuttle mission STS-107 (2003) and died when Columbia disintegrated during reentry. Before he joined NASA, Brown earned a medical degree, served in the U.S. Navy, and became a flight surgeon and naval aviator. He collected pins and patches such as this during his career as an astronaut, which took him on frequent trips to Russia. After the shuttle mission ended in tragedy, his family gave this and other personal items to the Museum, which he had enjoyed visiting in his youth.
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
Unknown
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Accessories
Astronaut
David M. Brown
Manufacturer
Unknown
Dimensions
2-D - Unframed (H x W): 5.1 x 7.6cm (2 x 3 in.)
Materials
embroidered patch, cloth and thread
Inventory Number
A20070160000
Credit Line
Gift of Paul D. and Dorothy R. Brown.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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