Posted 10 years ago
redflower3
(5 items)
This commission pennant that is beautifully framed.
On the back it is marked. SC 518 1942. Can anyone give me any info on this item?
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Posted 10 years ago
redflower3
(5 items)
This commission pennant that is beautifully framed.
On the back it is marked. SC 518 1942. Can anyone give me any info on this item?
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Here is information on the ship USS SC-518:
http://www.navsource.org/archives/12/150518.htm
It was originally commissioned as PC-518 (1941) and reclassified to a Sub Chaser (SC) in 1943.
The framing looks old (late 40s- 60s), while the marker ID looks to be later.
It may have been added in later years by the sailor who retained it or a family member. Any history to confirm it came from that particular ship?
scott
This commission Pennant came from an estate sale. I do know the man was on the USS Cowell DD-547. I do think the pennant was framed at a later time probably in the 60's. I also know this man was a collector of many items.
Thanks for your information.