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Where is the Ruptured Duck plane?
As the museum looks towards the future, we are excited about improvements being made aboard our ships. The latest update, as described in a previous post, is the restoration of the Mitchell B-25 that sits in the hangar bay of the Yorktown. The plane has now gone from being a turtle to a duck.
Why is it called a ruptured duck?
The award was commonly called the “Ruptured Duck” by veterans because the eagle faced to the right, which was the direction doctors instructed inductees to face when told to coughed during a examination for ruptures. The term was an in-joke among veterans since no civilians went through an induction examination.
What is military Ruptured Duck?
The original Ruptured Duck was a cloth insignia depicting an eagle inside a wreath. It was worn on uniforms above the right breast pocket by WWII servicemen and women. It was issued to service personnel who were about to leave the military with an Honorable Discharge.
Is an honorable discharge an award?
Honorable Discharge status is awarded to personnel killed in action.
What is the origin of the Ruptured Duck?
The original Ruptured Duck was a cloth insignia depicting an eagle inside a wreath. It was worn on uniforms above the right breast pocket by WWII servicemen and women. It was issued to service personnel who were about to leave the military with an Honorable Discharge.
What is a ruptured duck lapel pin?
The Ruptured Duck is the only official all-branch “Honorable Discharge ” lapel pin. The current Army, Coast Guard and Navy pins sometimes issued to Retirees are “Honorable Service ” pins that are authorized principally to age and medical retirees.
Are the items on the Ruptured Duck authentic?
Authenticated and selected by respected WWII historian, Bill Shea, all items sold on the Ruptured Duck are backed with lifetime guarantees for authenticity. Bavarian Fire Official (?) Spike Helmet, Direct Family Veteran Acquisition
How long has ruptured duck been buying and selling souvenirs?
We have over six decades of buying, selling, appraising, consulting and collecting the souvenirs from that very important period of American history. Authenticated and selected by respected WWII historian, Bill Shea, all items sold on the Ruptured Duck are backed with lifetime guarantees for authenticity.