Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. United States Navy operations during World War I began on April 6, 1917, after the formal declaration of war on the German Empire. The American navy focused on countering enemy U-boats in the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, while convoying men and supplies to France and Italy. Because of United States' late entry into the war, her capital ships never engaged the German fleet, and few decisive submarine actions occurred.
This uniform is a fine tailor made M-1895 / M-1912 Undress Blouse Jacket. Constructed of blue wool with gilt ribbon cuff bands, full lining with 4 buttons present, bullion embroidered fouled anchors on each side. All gold/silver bullion is unfortunately tarnished, but does not subtract from the beauty of the tunic. Overall condition is good but there are moth nips present throughout the uniform. The tailor tag located on the inside right pocket has an illegible name written on it. Below the name is the date of October 8, 1918.
Unfortunately we have not been able to locate the service information for Mr. Bergman, making this a wonderful research opportunity!
The forage cap is in a lovely, yet worn condition and shows signs of service use. The front of the cap bears the correct Navy crossed anchor insignia, with a gold bullion adjustable chinstrap and two U.S. Navy side buttons. The insignia and chinstrap are faded and darkened to a nice patina. The interior has a marking for Browning King & Co and the leather sweatband is solid and fully attached.
Comes ready for research and display.
Approximate Measurements
Collar to shoulder: 9”
Shoulder to sleeve: 24”
Shoulder to shoulder: 15”
Chest width: 17.5”
Waist width: 17”
Hip width: 19”
Front length: 29.5"
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