Metal covered cane used by a member of the German army

Identifier
irn8782
Language of Description
English
Alt. Identifiers
  • 1994.64.2 a-b
Level of Description
Item
Languages
  • German
Source
EHRI Partner

Web Source

https://collections.ushmm.org/search/catalog/irn8782

Extent and Medium

overall: Height: 33.000 inches (83.82 cm) | Width: 5.750 inches (14.605 cm)

Archival History

The cane was donated to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in 1994 by Bernice Krinsky.

Acquisition

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Collection, Gift of Bernice Krinsky

Scope and Content

Cane covered with metals used by member of German army during Second World War.

Conditions Governing Access

No restrictions on access

Conditions Governing Reproduction

No restrictions on use

Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements

a. Wooden cane with a crooked handle, with medals adhered onto the staff. b. Metal tag detached from cane.

Genre

  • Object
  • Personal Equipment and Supplies
This description is derived directly from structured data provided to EHRI by a partner institution. This collection holding institution considers this description as an accurate reflection of the archival holdings to which it refers at the moment of data transfer.