Military uniform

Manufacturer B. & K.

1927

Not on view

The American Legion was founded in 1919 for veterans who served in the First World War. After the war, the Legion served to help integrate young men and women into civilian life following their tours abroad. This uniform, a woman's American Legion suit, marks the first war in which women actively participated in large numbers. It is likely that this uniform and that of a Yeomen (F) in the navy (2009.300.219a–d) were worn by the donor, Mrs. A. E. Laurencelle (née Ethel Redmond).

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Title: Military uniform
Manufacturer: B. & K.
Date: 1927
Culture: American
Medium: wool, leather
Credit Line: Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of Mrs. A. E. Laurencelle, 1956
Object Number: 2009.300.220a–d
Curatorial Department: The Costume Institute

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