Ruptured duck posted on december 3, 2015 by historyadmin on a recent visit to the laurel county history museum and genealogy center, i was impressed by the number and quality of world war ii artifacts and information at the facility. Uwq0148 wwii era us ruptured duck lapel devices our price. Three lines of personalized text allow you to list your name, the name of a wwii veteran or civilian, a military unit, squadron, ship, or branch of the armed forces active during the war the choice is yours. The antique gold powder coat not only gives it beautiful color but is also durable and will not fade, chip or peel. It includes a german eagle patch, in the center, that he acquired when he was 12. The honorable discharge ruptured duck lapel pin display. It was warn on the right breast of the uniform and signified that, even though you were in uniform, you had completed your service. I personally collect ww2 patches and do enjoy the home front. The ruptured duck was a common nickname given to this eagle badge which was issued to wwii service men who had completed their active duty and were honorably discharged. I personally collect ww2 patches and do enjoy the home front patches as well. Wwii usaaf aircrews national museum of the united states. Ruptured duck lapel pin p14985 the national wwii museum.
However, unlike the regulation sized patch that was sewn onto the uniforms of discharged veterans returning from war service, this patch was several times larger and was sewn onto. The honorable discharge lapel pin the ruptured duck is the official emblem of. Here is a link to the wikipedia entry describing it in detail. The ruptured duck is not the only honorable discharge lapel pin.
Wwii honorable discharge patch ruptured duck origin. Like so many pieces of american history, the ruptured duck patch made its way onto the baseball diamond. Items for sale area honorable discharge ruptured duck tropical patch. Issued for honorable discharge at the end of your service during war. After bombing tokyo, lawson ditched the ruptured duck in the sea near shangchow, china. The ruptured duck pin and embroidered patch was invented as a way to allow military soldiers who were no longer on active duty to continue to wear their uniforms while they made their way back home.
Honorable service lapel pin world war ii honorable discharge pin was a token of appreciation given to every american service member who was discharged during and after world war ii for service between september 1939 and december 1946. Above his right breast pocket is a ruptured duck patch, which was worn while traveling home after being discharged from active duty service. Buddejones, pacific aviation museum director of education. The honorable discharge lapel pin the ruptured duck is the official emblem of honorable discharge for all service branches of all eras. Ww2 wwii us army aleutian islands alaska command patch fully embroidered ssi.
A different b25 is on display at the pacific aviation museum. The ruptured duck was a north american aviation b25b mitchell sn 402261, which was piloted by lt. The honorable discharge ruptured duck the american war. The ruptured duck referred to a patch later a pin worn on the uniform of returning veterans, explained k. The honorable discharge insignia, also called a ruptured duck, is a small patch that was issued to honorably discharged veterans. It was worn on uniforms above the right breast pocket by wwii servicemen and women.
The ruptured duck is a permanent hardware device with no expiration date. Ww2 set of 4 ruptured duck patches us army navy marines ebay. A gorgeous and highly detailed aluminum grave marker to honor our late world war ii veterans. I found several articles about the ruptured duck, including other reasons the insignia was worn by recently honorably discharged military personnel. Every artifact in the air mobility command museum, including this one, is part of the united. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Common myths about the honorable discharge ruptured duck lapel pin. Airmen in a world at war exhibit in the world war ii gallery at the national museum of the u. The award is sometimes colloquially called the ruptured duck. Dec 03, 2015 i found several articles about the ruptured duck, including other reasons the insignia was worn by recently honorably discharged military personnel. In world war ii men from mcleod county served in the 5th regiment which had the motto to the last man.
The discharge insignia, embroidered onto a cloth lozenge and sewn on the right breast of the tunic, allowed its wearer to wear his or her uniform for up to thirty days subsequent to. It is a meaningful connection to the national museum of the united states air force the worlds oldest and largest military aviation museum. Nov 16, 20 ps here is an update about the 1945 sleeve patch from reader chris lewis. The honorable service lapel button, sometimes called the honorable service lapel pin, was awarded to united states military service members who were discharged under honorable conditions during world war ii. Exhibits not only highlight the role of world leaders, but also the everyday men and women who found the strength and courage to accomplish the extraordinary. The origin of the ruptured duck insignia the ruptured. The insignia was worn on the right chest of the uniform and was meant to identify the soldiers who had done their duty. On the lapel is sewn an insignia known as a ruptured duck patch. Army air force headquarters wing in england 19 pictures.
A b17 flying fortress dfb, serial number 4124480 of the 324th bomb squadron, 91st bomb group flies above the clouds. The artifact is a long wool winter coat in army green. Media, pa pennsylvania veterans museum and dining under the stars. It was issued to service personnel who were about to leave the military with an honorable discharge. Many major league baseball teams wore special uniform patches throughout world war ii, but the ruptured duck patch was a source of pride for those returning ballplayers who served in the conflict. The patch emblem, for a collector of wwii military uniforms is one that is very familiar. New world war ii veteran grave marker flag holder wwii. Uwi0244 wwii us khaki ruptured duck patch our price. Bill shea, owner of the ruptured duck, based in hubbardston, mass.
The origin of the ruptured duck insignia the ruptured duck, llc. Ruptured duck theatre to transport you to the front lines. Actually, the plan for a multiservice branch, universal honorable discharge lapel patch originated. The american war library public information office index main website. The type of flying clothing and service dress they wore. Ruptured duck patch more formally called the honorable service lapel patch, the ruptured duck was given to those members of the u. Catcher aaron robinson joined ruffing in wearing the patch. Common myths about the ruptured duck pin the american war. Apr 25, 2007 the piece called the ruptured duck was a symbol held in high esteem by world war ii servicemembers. Memories of world war ii, still fresh in collectibles the new york.
Chris introduced me to the ruptured duck, a symbol that marked an honorable discharge from the military after wwii. The purpose of the patch, and later pin, was to permit honorably discharged military personnel to wear their uniform for a period of time after they left. Honor your hero the national wwii museum new orleans. The honorable service lapel button, also known as the honorable service lapel pin, was awarded to united states military service members who were discharged under honorable conditions during world war ii. This project is made possible by a grant from the u. On the dressed to the nines page devoted to patches, theres a small paragraph that reads as follows in 1945, former servicemen peanuts lowrey, paul gillespie and mickey livingston of the chicago cubs were each allowed to wear a special honorable discharge patch, affectionately known as the ruptured duck, on their sleeve. Military antiques and museum 300 petaluma blvd north petaluma, ca 94952. We have over six decades of buying, selling, appraising, consulting and collecting the souvenirs from that very important period of american history. Issued to soldiers, marines, and sailors who were discharged from duty for their return home. Veterans often went home in uniform wearing a sewnon version of the emblem like the one in the museum so military police wouldnt think they were awol. The aircraft was one of sixteen b25bs which participated in the doolittle raid on japan commanded by lieutenant colonel later general jimmy doolittle. Above the right pocket is an honorable discharge ruptured duck patch. This is a very nice original boxed purple heart medal.
We have over six decades of buying, selling, appraising, consulting and collecting the souvenirs from that very important period of. Lawson from the 95th bombardment squadron, usaac, during the doolittle raid on japan commanded by lieutenant colonel jimmy doolittle. All us service men were issued the ruptured duck at the end of their service in ww2. It was issues either as a patch or a pin patch was more common. How to recreate a discontinued military shoulder patch from a photo, drawing or computer image for display in a shadow box or frame. Ruptured duck lapel pin p14985 rating required select rating 1 star worst 2 stars 3 stars average 4 stars 5 stars best name. World war ii honorable discharge ruptured duck lapel pin. Ww2 major league baseball ruptured duck patches homefront. Ruptured duck patch honored soldiers, including ballplayers, who. The ruptured duck was the nickname of a world war ii north american aviation b25b mitchell medium bomber sn 402261 piloted by lt. It has replaced all previously issued honorable discharge lapel pins.
The piece called the ruptured duck was a symbol held in high esteem by world war ii servicemembers. Military baseball hall of fame chevrons and diamonds. The ruptured duck specializes in ww2 german and us militaria and memorabilia including wwii third reich helmets, insignia, visors, medals, uniforms, and more. The ruptured duck is a fantastic company to deal with. Ww2 set of 4 ruptured duck patches us army navy marines. With a brick at the national wwii museum, you have a unique opportunity to create a lasting tribute to loved ones who served their country. Yet, for those who wore the ruptured duck emblem, they saw it as a source of pride. World war i history preserved at museum through uniform donation a rare baseball uniform used during world war i now calls cooperstown home. A diamond shaped patch with this design was worn on the uniform to show that they were no longer on active duty and a lapel.
The below patch intrigued me a bit and i tried to find out more on its usage. Honorable discharge ruptured duck tropical patch wwii us army usmc navy air force patches. A museum im associated with recently received this korean war era ike with several other items of the veterans. This is a very nice original bullion ruptured duck discharge patch on officer gabardine material. Womans olive drab service coat air mobility command museum. The ruptured duck patch pictured above was a source of pride for returning ballplayers who served in world war ii. A veteran would wear the ruptured duck pin on his military uniform to denote that he was an. It was worn on uniforms above the right breast pocket by wwii servicemen. Ruptured duck patch honored soldiers, including ballplayers. Greetings, a friend of mine collects all things ruptured duck related so each christmas i try to find something to add to his collection. Wwii honorable discharge patch ruptured duck description. Uwi0244 wwii us khaki ruptured duck patch military. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
A diamond shaped patch with this design was worn on the uniform to show that they were no longer on active duty and a. Aug 28, 2018 the artifact is a long wool winter coat in army green. Ive also ordered some unique items in the past and it came with a typed and signed letter from bill explaining exactly what he perceived it to be and listed the provenance. The honorable discharge insignia, also called a ruptured duck, is a small patch. The navy, coast guard and army have their own honorable discharge pins today. See more ideas about wwii, patches and military insignia. Ww2 major league baseball ruptured duck patches page 2. Kw era 710th tank battalion ike posted in uniforms. The national wwii museums exhibits cover the epic and global scale of the war that changed the world, in a voice that is intimate and personal. Them have any in their memorabilia collection in museum or passed down to family members. Details about ww2 set of 4 ruptured duck patches us army navy marines.
The patch was sewn onto a veterans service coat upon leaving military service. On the lapel is sewn an insignia known as a ruptured duck. You are viewing honorable discharge ruptured duck tropical patch in wwii us patches. Unissued world war ii honorable discharge patch ruptured duck. Wrigley with the war departments desire to publicize recognition of the. Army air forces usaaf aircrews fought in a vast global war from the hot, dry deserts of north africa to the dangerously frigid wilderness in greenland, iceland, and alaska. Shirley said that the insignia was given to soldiers who were honorably discharged. The discharge insignia, embroidered onto a cloth lozenge and sewn on the. The original ruptured duck was a cloth insignia depicting an eagle inside a wreath. More formally called the honorable service lapel patch, the ruptured duck was given to those members of the u. Honorable discharge insignia air mobility command museum. Her honorable discharge patch, or ruptured duck is sewn above the right pocket flap.