Contributed by Franco-American Collection, University of Southern Maine Libraries
Description
A patch worn on the uniform of members of snowshoe clubs. The initials stand for Union Americain de les Raquetteurs.
The American Snowshoe Union was formed in 1925, shortly after the first international snowshoe convention -- featuring mostly Canadian clubs -- was held in Lewiston.
About This Item
- Title: Snowshoe union patch, ca. 1950
- Creation Date: circa 1950
- Subject Date: circa 1950
- Location: USA
- Media: Ink on felt
- Object Type: Physical Object
Cross Reference Searches
Standardized Subject Headings
- Badges
- French Americans
- Franco-Americans
- Snowshoes & snowshoeing
- Sports
- Athletic clubs
- Organizations
- Clothing & dress
- Uniforms
For more information about this item, contact:
Franco-American Collection, University of Southern Maine Libraries51 Westminster Street, Lewiston, ME 04240
(207) 753-6545
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