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Great Mexican Border banner or tapestry, 17th, USFA, Battery F, 1920


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This felt on felt construction was found in an antique shop around the lake placid ny area. It was buried in a big sewing basket. Probably has seen the light of day for years, the man said it was his great grandmothers who was a seamstress. The flag is like silk, the artillery guidon looks like its stenciled. Colors are very vibrant

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Greetings Bill,

 

These border service pillow shams may be found with differing unit's, branch of service, or patriotic motifs sewn or applied and were popular souvenirs for showcasing a individual's service or for send home to loved one. The one below is for the 2nd Cavalry (& quite faded as compared to your example), but I have more often seen infantry ones too.

 

Cheers,

 

Lance

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I really didn't think it was a pillow sham. I don't see an opening for for the pillow ?, But then again yours looks just like mine ,( construction wise).

 

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Agreed, banner or tapestry sounds nicer to the militaria collector's ears, but it is what it is. You simply, unlace the ribbon on the perimeter, pop in your pillow, and re-lace the ribbon... viola!

 

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Lance

 

 

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Agree with Lance.

I have seen dozens over the years and various desisgn. I do have one from Camp Dodge and the 88 division that is very similar to yours these were not really made on a home level so to speak they were pretty much available as a purchase item that they sold you could send home to a loved one or sweetheart.

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Greetings all,

I came across this image today and thought it would go well in this thread. The image is dated 6/30/1919 and is captioned "363rd REGIMENTAL POST EXCHANGE, Camp Lewis, American Lake, Washington." Note in the second/lower (enlarged) image, the selection of similarly constructed souvenir pillow cases, which are being offered for sale to the troops.

 

Cheers,

 

Lance

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I love it, mass production. To bad it's not in color. Great picture thanks for showing

 

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