WWII Submarine Launch Tag for the USS Thornback SS-418

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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is a World War II submarine launch tag for the USS Thornback SS-418, launched from the Portsmouth Naval Ship Yard on July 7, 194Thornback was the lead vessel in the wolfpack nicknamed Abe's Abolishers", and earned one battle star for her World War II service.

VINTAGE:

Circa 1944.

SIZE:

Approximately 2-1/16" in height (excluding 3-5/8" of string) and 1-3/4" in width.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Foiled card stock with silk string.

ATTACHMENT:

Punched hole with string.

MARKINGS:

None.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from a United States Navy collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. 10@VAX03/00 LBHX7/11 S(1)VBHX03/16 S(1)VBHX10/01/21

CONDITION:

8- (Very Fine-Excellent): The tag has some light wear, and the tag you receive will either be this one or one in very similar condition.

GUARANTEE:

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.

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