Uniform Gloves

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About this item

White cotton gloves remain a standard part of dress uniforms. These were owned and worn by Brigadier General Frederick E. Pierce (1865-1953) of the 2nd Massachusetts Infantry Regiment. He joined just after the company was formed in Greenfield, Massachusetts, and served during the Spanish-American War (1898-99). Just before his reitrement, Pierce was promoted to Major General. He served Greenfield in a number of political and service positions until his death in 1953.

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Item typeClothing
Date1911
TopicClothing, Textile, Fashion, Costume
Military, Wars, Battles
EraProgressive Era, World War I, 1900–1928
MaterialPlant Product
Dimension detailsLength: 9.00 in Width: 3.875 in; Length: 9.00 in
Catalog #1954.19.10a-b
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Uniform Gloves. 1911. Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association, American Centuries. https://americancenturies.org/collection/1954-19-10a-b/. Accessed on December 5, 2024.

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