Atlas Missile Badge
Artifact IDMO 63.1523
Object Type
Badge, Insignia
Date
1962
Medium
metal
DimensionsOverall H 3/4 in x W 2 1/2 in (1.9 cm x 6.4 cm)
Physical DescriptionMetal lapel badge to commemorate the Atlas 134D launch on March 23, 1962. The badge has a replica of an Atlas missile in relief in the center attached to a bar engraved with stars and stripes and a pin backing. Center of missile is engraved "Atlas Launch V.A.F.B. 23 March 1962".
Historical NoteThis badge was given to President Kennedy on March 23, 1962 by Major Clifford Simonson during the President's visit to the Vandenberg Air Force Base in California.
Additional DetailsCustodial History NoteThis item is material associated with the White House the Kennedy Administration and the Executive Offices of the President. It was either government property or was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy in 1965.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the Estate of President John F. Kennedy
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesKennedy Administration Collection 1960-1963 (National Archives Identifier 1676959)
Use Restriction StatusUnrestrictedUse Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.In Collection(s)
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