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Collection Record Detail
Object Name
Pin
Object Number
2002-50-19 E
Description
World War I era pin. Round button with stick pin on back. Dark blue background with red shield at center. White text inside shield, "FOR THE/BOYS/OVER/THERE." White text surrounding shield, "UNITED WAR WORK CAMPAIGN."
Provenance
The United War Work Campaign was a joint effort undertaken by seven voluntary organizations active during World War I, including the YMCA and YWCA, the Salvation Army, and the National Library Association. The campaign sought to raise funds to support American soldiers and provide them with recreational activities.
Category
Date Made
c.1918
Dimensions
3/4" diameter
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