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[Image of frame containing Junior Police Badges with description]
Photograph of frame containing two different Junior Police Badges with description. Futher comments not in the image follow: "These badges were issued in the 1940’s. A few citizens were frequent riders with the Arlington Police. Riders did not carry guns, but did wear these badges when on patrol. Badges were returned to desk officer at the end of shift.
[Image of a Special Police Badge issued by Chief Ott Cribbs]
Photograph of a Special Police Badge issued by Chief Ott Cribbs. The badge is made of brass-like material in an oval shape with scrolling, a star, other figures and "Arlington Special Officer" stamped into the metal. The badge is on a block of wood with a placard behind. The placard reads: "In the late 1940's and early 1950's, when extra police officers were needed, Chief Ott Cribbs distributed these Special Officer Badges to individuals he could trust. The practice ceased in 1954 when a Reserve Police Unit was created." The badge and placard are resting on blue fabric.
[Benefits of Reenlistment]
Document listing the benefits of reenlisting in the Marine Corps, including a reenlistment period; mustering out pay; reenlistment allowance; choice of station; furlough travel allowance; furlough if you reenlist for two, three, or four years; retention of rank; transfer to fleet Marine Corps Reserve after 20 years of service; and retirement.
["This Is Corps Humor"]
News clipping of a fake points system for getting out of the United States Military during World War II.
[Howard Vaughan, U. S. Navy Seabees]
Photograph of Howard Vaughan, of the U. S. Navy Seabees, in his military uniform.
[Raymond Vaughan]
Photograph of Raymond Vaughan, of the U. S. Navy Seabees, in his military uniform.
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