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Artifacts

William J. Donovan's Boot Hooks

Artifact Details

Two polished handles, each with gold u-shaped hooks

Office of Strategic Services Director William Donovan wore tall cavalry boots during his pre-World War I service with the New York National Guard Cavalry Troop.

Used to pull up tall cavalry boots.

Artifact Specs

15 cm x 9.5 cm x 1.5 cm

(L x W x H)

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