Ruptured Duck - Honorable Discharge Lapel Pin | Military Blog
www.medalsofamerica.com › blog › ruptured-duckDec 21, 2011 · December 21, 2011 Kirk Stotzer Military Badges. The Honorable Service Lapel Button sometimes called the Honorable Discharge Lapel Pin or Ruptured Duck was issued to members of the Armed Forces when they were honorably discharged during World War II. The classic Sculptor Anthony de Francisci designed the award in 1939 and consists of an eagle perched within a ring composed of a chief and thirteen vertical stripes.
The Origin of "The Ruptured Duck" Insignia
www.therupturedduck.com › pages › the-origin-of-theThe Origin of "The Ruptured Duck" Insignia. 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. It also allowed them to continue to wear their uniform for up to thirty days after they were discharged since there was a clothing shortage at that time.
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