Early 20th Century Military Ball Banner cobra often discarded at the time

often discarded at the time of purchase

Dimensions are 6

Exhibits minor signs of wear including some tarnish and chips in the nickel plating

- Houtzdale

Early 20th Century Military Ball Banner cobra often discarded at the timec. 1900s Framed linen banner welcoming Army and Navy soldiers and officers. Banners such as this were used to welcome guests to military balls. On one such occasion, they were used to decorate a soiree for those who worked on the USS Illinois. From the December 21, 1901 issue of United States Army and Navy Journal and Gazette, p. 402: "Officers of the USS Illinois on Dec 12 attended as guests a special soiree at the French Opera House New Orleans, LA