Boy Scout banner used in the Jewish Community in Shanghai
Extent and Medium
overall: Height: 8.000 inches (20.32 cm) | Width: 12.000 inches (30.48 cm)
Creator(s)
- Fred Mittler (Subject)
Biographical History
While in Shanghai, China during WWII, Fred Mittler was a scout master for a Boy Scout troop.
Archival History
The banner was donated to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in 1993 by Eva Mittler, the wife of Fred Mittler.
Acquisition
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Collection, Gift of Eva Mittler
Conditions Governing Access
No restrictions on access
Conditions Governing Reproduction
No restrictions on use
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Boy Scout; triangular fabric adorned with red bird applique on blue background, both sides; Shanghai, China
Genre
- Identifying Artifacts
- Object