https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2026/04/03/hawaiian-october-judnichs-first-world-series/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/54378571545_4bf3ed7dbd_b.jpgJoe Gordon at bat - Game 1 Svc World SeriesSeptember 24, 1944 – Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii: Joe Gordon, former New York Yankees infielder, belts a long, low one hard into center field as the first game of the Service World Series gets under way at Hawaii. Navy took the first game, 5-0. (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/dom-dimaggio-at-bat.jpgDom DiMaggio at Bathttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/furlong-field-scoreboard.jpgFurlong Field Scoreboardhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/managers-lt-bill-dickey-and-lt-tom-winsett.jpgManagers LT Bill Dickey and LT Tom Winsetthttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1944-service-world-series-nimitz-first-pitch.jpg1944 Service World Series - Nimitz First Pitch2026-04-03T18:08:53+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2026/03/27/7th-army-air-force-bombing-command/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/war-bond-game-lihue.jpgWar Bond Game - Lihuehttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/war-bond-game-lihue-2.jpgWar Bond Game - Lihue -2https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1944-7th-army-air-force-warm-up.jpg1944 7th Army Air Force Warm-uphttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/7th-aaf-game-at-hickam-1944.jpg7th AAF Game at Hickam 1944https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/7th-aaf-game-action.jpg7th AAF Game Actionhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/judnich-batting-stance-7th-aaf.jpgJudnich Batting Stance - 7th AAFhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/walt-judnich-7th-aaf.jpgWalt Judnich - 7th AAFhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/53498876063_58b7f3043a_b.jpg53498876063_58b7f3043a_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/joe-dimaggio-honolulu-stadium-vs-navy.jpgJoe DiMaggio - Honolulu Stadium vs Navyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/7th-aaf-team-1.jpg7th AAF Team2026-04-03T18:07:12+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2026/03/20/the-bomber-brownie-walt-judnich/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/judnich-and-lodigiani-p-38-at-mcclellan-field.jpgJudnich and Lodigiani - P-38 at McClellan Fieldhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/june-1-1944-five-of-17-baseball-kings.jpgJune 1 1944 - Five of 17 Baseball Kingshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/judnich-and-lodigiani-at-monterey-1943.jpgJudnich and Lodigiani at Monterey 1943https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/walt-judnich-kansas-city-blues-1938.jpgWalt Judnich - Kansas City Blues - 19382026-03-27T14:21:30+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/walt-judnich-the-air-forces-bomber/2026-03-21T00:05:06+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/service-world-series-1944-hawaiian-islands/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/1944-service-world-series-last-four-distorted.jpg1944-service-world-series-last-four-distortedhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/1944-service-world-series-first-seven-2-1.jpg1944 Service World Series - First Seven 22026-03-17T23:27:50+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1938-usma-vs-usna/2026-03-17T02:30:26+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2023/09/06/baseball-viewed-through-an-aloha-lens-tai-sing-loo/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pee-wee-reese-at-bat-1944.jpgpee-wee-reese-at-bat-1944Pee Wee Reese takes pre-game batting practice at Furlong Field (Tai Sing Loo/Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/51508745621_cd02427f2c_b.jpgBilly Herman - 1945 Navy World SeriesFormer Cubs and Dodgers second baseman and future Hall of Famer Billy Herman connects on a pitch during the 1945 Navy World Series at Furlong Field (Tai Sing Loo/Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/all-stars-1944-jl.jpgNavy all-stars-1944-jlNavy players take a break from practice to pose for Loo. Benny Huffman, unidentified, Vinnie Smith, Barney McCosky, Tom Ferrick, Johnny Rigney, unidentified (Tai Sing Loo/Jeffrey Lazarus Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/dickey-winsett.jpgdickey-winsettManagers Bill Dickey and Tom Winsett meet before the start of the opening game of the 1944 Servicemen's World Series at Furlong Field, September 22, 1944. As the Navy's official photographer, Tai Sing Loo had unparalleled access to capture the game's greats. (Tai Sing Loo/Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/babeandduke.jpgbabeanddukehttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/1920s-self-portrait-tai-sing-loo-1.jpg1920s-self-portrait-tai-sing-loo-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/1920s-self-portrait-tai-sing-loo.jpgTai Sing Loo, Self PortraitTai Sing Loo, sel portrrait. Loo poses with his 1920 5x7 Press Graflex camera. This print features Loo's signature (signed onto the glass plate negative's emulsion) with "Aloha" and "Honolulu, T.H." 4-3/4 x 6-1/2https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/1945-navy-ws.jpg1945-navy-wsAnnouncing the line-ups for the 1945 Navy World Series (Tai Sing Loo/Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/1945-navy-nl-all-stars-jl.jpg1945-navy-nl-all-stars-jlNavy National League All-Stars, 1945 (Tai Sing Loo/Jeffrey Lazarus Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/1945-navy-al-all-stars-jl.jpg1945-navy-al-all-stars-jlNavy American League All-Stars, 1945 (Tai Sing Loo/Jeffrey Lazarus Collection).2026-03-17T02:27:36+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/goldsmith-elmer-riddle-model-dw-stamped-u-s-army/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140503-1.jpg20241210_140503https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140545.jpg20241210_140545https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140532.jpg20241210_140532https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140558.jpg20241210_140558https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140638.jpg20241210_140638https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140517.jpg20241210_140517https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140503.jpg20241210_140503https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140615.jpg20241210_1406152026-03-15T00:35:28+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/dubow-glove-model-369-u-s-a-stamped/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241109_095105.jpg20241109_095105https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241109_095215.jpg20241109_095215https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241109_095139.jpg20241109_095139https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241205_144724.jpg20241205_144724https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241205_144732.jpg20241205_144732https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241109_095205.jpg20241109_095205https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241109_095127.jpg20241109_095127https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241109_095209.jpg20241109_095209https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241205_144705.jpg20241205_1447052026-03-14T23:58:52+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/dubow-glove-model-356-u-s-stamped/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140214.jpg20241210_140214https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140247.jpg20241210_140247https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140333.jpg20241210_140333https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140236.jpg20241210_140236https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140227.jpg20241210_140227https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140344.jpg20241210_140344https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140206.jpg20241210_140206https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140425.jpg20241210_140425https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20241210_140358.jpg20241210_1403582026-03-14T23:51:45+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2026/03/14/were-here-and-we-are-still-working/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/55004211130_b33fa8f796_b-1.jpg55004211130_b33fa8f796_b (1)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/55094563288_befc5e5bd1_b.jpg55094563288_befc5e5bd1_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/53983281083_497e7ebfea_b.jpg53983281083_497e7ebfea_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/joe-dimaggio-hitting-a-homerun-for-the-7th-aaf-in-1.pngjoe-dimaggio-hitting-a-homerun-for-the-7th-aaf-inhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/joe-dimaggio-hitting-a-homerun-for-the-7th-aaf-in.pngjoe-dimaggio-hitting-a-homerun-for-the-7th-aaf-inhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/doe-dimaggio-hitting-a-homerun-for-the-7th-aaf-in.pngdoe-dimaggio-hitting-a-homerun-for-the-7th-aaf-in2026-03-14T22:17:17+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/03/20/george-birdie-tebbetts-from-waco-to-tinian/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/58th-first-game-on-tinian-stevens-at-bat.jpg58th First Game on Tinian Stevens at BatSunday, July 29, 1945 - Tinian Island. Former St. Louis Browns's first baseman, Chuck Stevens, now playing for the 58th Bombardment Wing's "Wingmen" is at bat. Chevrons and Diamonds Collectionhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/4498922236_88d298ccc4_b.jpgT-Square BurnsShot up by enemy aircraft and flak, many of the B-29s, though they made it back to the islands, their crews remained in danger. Max West and many other ball players that also served as ground support crew, dealt with the realities of war as they responded to emergencies and casualties. Chevrons and Diamonds Collection B-29 s/n 42-24608, Tail Code: T (Square) 3 - burns on Isley Fieldhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/irish-lassie.jpgIrish LassieFortunately, the entire crew walked away from this failed landing of the 497th Bomb Group's "Irish Lassie." Chevrons and Diamonds Collection.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/snap-a-fort.jpgSna pe fortA flight of B-29 heavy bombers from the 73rd Bombing Wing (500th Bomb Group/881st Bomb Squadron) on a mission over Japan. The aircraft in the center of this photo was named, "Sna pe Fort" (pronounced "snappy fort"). Chevrons and Diamonds Collectionhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/isley-mess-area.jpgIsley Mess AreaWhen they arrived on Tinian and Saipain, the ball players had to set up their quarters much like these tents that served as the 873rd Squadron's mess area on Saipan. Chevrons and Diamonds Collectionhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/tebbetts-red-sox-autographed.jpgTebbetts Red Sox - AutographedBirdie was with the Red Sox from 1947 through 1950 and an All-Star in 1948 and '49. This photo was autographed for an unknown ballplayer. Chevrons and Diamonds Collection.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/near-west-field-tinian.jpgNear West Field TinianIn this image from Chuck Steven's estate, Birdie Tebbetts is crouched between George Gill and Billy Hitchcock near Tinian Island's West Field. Chuck Stevens is on the far left. On the back of this photo, Stevens wrote a note for his wife (whom he sent the photo to during the war), "This was on our field - can you see me off on the side? I'm warming up..." Chevrons and Diamonds Collectionhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/58th.jpg58th Bombardment "Wingmen"Saipan, 1945: the 58th Bombardment Wing "Wingmen" pose before a game. Back row (left to right): Hitchcock (Maj. Billy), Gill (George), Tebbetts (Birdie), Wertz (Vic), Lilly (Art), Kowalski (Ed), Marty (Joe), Layden (Pete) Front row: Lang (Don), Slaughter (Enos), Stevens (Chuck), Pollet (Howie), Pitter (Roy), Burton, Gordon (Joe). Chevrons and Diamonds Collectionhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/wafs-mills-tebbetts-hudson.jpgWAFS Mills Tebbetts HudsonBirdie Tebbetts flanked by two of his Waco Army Flying School teammates, Colonel "Buster" Mills (left) and Sid Hudson (right). Chevrons and Diamonds Collection.2026-03-12T02:11:23+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/06/14/legends-of-the-western-pacific-an-ink-less-wwii-autographed-treasure/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/50369715653_97facbdc7c_b.jpg50369715653_97facbdc7c_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/4498180670_824cb15542_b.jpg4498180670_824cb15542_b2026-03-12T02:07:59+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wartime-scorecards-european-theater-of-operations/2026-03-12T02:02:15+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/usastaf-major-league-baseball-all-stars/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/joe-gordon-19th-bombardment-group.jpgjoe-gordon-19th-bombardment-grouphttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/2018-05-24_09-25-02.jpgUSASTAF Full ProgramThis view of the full program and page orientation shows how the printing is oriented on this single sheet of paper.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/spaatz-usastaf.jpgSPAATZ USASTAFGeneral Carl A. Spaatz (shown lighting his pipe) soon after he arrived on Guam to assume command USASTAF (image source: http://www.gblume.com). https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/ustaf-1.jpgUSASTAF Major League Baseball All StarsThis all-star game program was created for the September 7, 1945 game held on Guam. The "Wingmen" of the 314th Bomb Wing led by Enos Slaughter, Birdie Tebbetts and Joe Gordon defeated the "Flyers" by a score of 13-10.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/ustaf-4.jpgUSTAF 4This action photo of Joe "Flash" Gordon was taken during one of the All Stars games on the Marianas Islands - shown here on Tinian.2026-03-12T02:01:17+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/10/25/the-wartime-flight-of-a-cardinal-sgt-enos-slaughter/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/48275623672_cb9d3a1535_b.jpgFirst Game on TinianSunday, July 29: The 58th Wingmen's first game on the island of Tinian. The Wingmen's 1st baseman Chuck Stevens is at bat (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/48269919196_5719b93254_b.jpg58th Bombardment Wing Home FieldLooking down the right field line towards the outfield, this photo from Chuck Steven's personal collection shows the visitors' dugout and the massive crowds that ringed the diamond to watch the men play, August 1945 (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/50204866546_72f6b62ce3_b.jpgSan Antonio Aviation Cadet Center team Featuring Enos Slaughter"Five former professional baseball players are included on the starting lineup of the San Antonio Aviation Cadet Center. Pictured with Lieutenant Colonel Chester Hill, special service officer, they are (from left) Dave Coble, catcher, formerly of the Philadelphia Phillies and the Boston Red Sox; Fred Scheske, outfielder, Little Rock, Southern Association; Bill Smith, pitcher, New York Giants and Jersey City Giants; Del Wilber, infielder, St. Louis Cardinals and Columbus, Ohio, and Enos "Country" Slaughter, outfielder and batting star of the 1942 St. Louis Cardinals." - June 7, 1943 (Chevrons and Diamonds Archive).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/48278312001_1a54346b5c_b.jpgChuck Stevens Personal PhotoThis photo from former St. Louis Browns 1st baseman, Chuck Stevens' collection was inscribed on the reverse, "Isn't this a great picture? It was taken here in the tent - that's George Gill and Tom Gabrielli in the back - Enos Slaughter and Ed Kowalski with me - it was taken kinda early in the morning so that so that might have something to do with the way we look. Sad bunch of sacks - Great bunch of Soldiers." This was captured during the August-September USASTASF Marianas baseball tournament (Chevrons and Diamonds Archive).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/50253962617_23d3d33670_b.jpgEnos Slaughter, SAACC 1943Enos Slaughter, clutch hitter with San Antonio Air Cadet Center of Service Men's League - San Antonio, Texas. Ex-Card star in slump, but drives in runs in the clutch...will also hit in clutch when he goes after Japs, Wops and Hitler's HEELS (Chevrons and Diamonds Archive).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/48749274587_a8768b6123_b.jpgWalter Johnson - 1943 War Bond GameWalter Johnson took the mound one final time to pitch to Babe Ruth in the August 26, 1943 War Bond Game at the Polo Grounds. The 58-year-old Hall of Fame pitcher would succumb to a brain tumor on December 10, 1946, just 40 months later (Chevrons and Diamonds Archive).2026-03-12T00:51:43+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/12/08/threads-of-lefty-from-ace-farmhand-to-the-gi-world-series-part-ii/2026-03-11T21:56:53+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/09/07/the-29th-infantry-divisions-blues-and-grays-the-men-behind-one-of-the-armys-best-world-war-ii-baseball-teams/2026-03-11T21:49:52+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/1945-navy-world-series-hawaii/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/american-vs-national-league-1945-all-stars.jpgAmerican vs National League 1945 All StarsShowing the entire single sheet of the American vs National League 1945 All Stars scorecard with beautifully illustrated front and back covers.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/american-vs-national-league-1945-all-stars-covers.jpgAmerican vs National League 1945 All Stars CoversLT Topper (whomever he was) created incredible visuals for the American vs National League 1945 All Stars game program.2026-03-11T16:07:46+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1927-quantico-marines-baseball-schedule/2026-03-08T01:48:49+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-marine-corps-uniforms-and-jerseys/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/54180341262_ac6430652e_b.jpg54180341262_ac6430652e_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/chevrons-and-diamonds-collection-jerseys-of-the-usmc.jpgChevrons and Diamonds Collection - Jerseys of the USMC2026-03-06T21:39:35+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1943-46-quantico-marines-jacket/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1944-quantico-marines-baseball-team-jacket-solo.jpg1944 Quantico Marines Baseball Team Jacket - Solo2026-03-06T21:38:11+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/game-1-service-world-series-september-22-1944/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/game-1-box.jpggame-1-box2026-02-27T21:27:56+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/game-2-baseball-championship-series-saturday-september-23-1944/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/game-2-box.jpggame-2-box2026-02-21T20:53:57+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/07/24/a-tropical-and-baseball-paradise-reese-lands-at-the-aiea-naval-hospital/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/2021-07-23_11-09-57.jpg2021-07-23_11-09-57.jpg2026-02-21T20:12:19+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1925-quantico-marines-baseball-schedule/2026-02-21T00:01:05+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/scorecards-of-the-army-vs-navy-baseball-rivalry/2026-02-14T20:26:56+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1914-army-vs-navy/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/box-score-1914-army-vs-navy-game.jpgBox Score - 1914 Army vs Navy Game2026-02-14T20:24:43+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1919-aef-national-league-baseball-schedule/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/1919-05-30-a-g-spalding-advert-stars-and-stripes-france.jpg1919-05-30- A G Spalding Advert - Stars and Stripes - Francehttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/52371817296_74b28de486_b.jpg52371817296_74b28de486_b2026-02-13T00:41:37+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/03/15/photo-bombers-paired-hickam-team-photo-and-signed-ball/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/20220307_154353-1.jpg20220307_1543532026-01-27T23:12:23+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wartime-scorecards-continental-united-states/2026-01-19T19:07:35+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wartime-scorecards-continental-united-states/great-lakes-vs-toledo-navy-relief-fund/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/glt-vs-toledo.jpgGLT vs Toledohttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/glt-cover.jpgGLT CoverNavy Relief Fund Game - the Toledo Mud Hens host the Naval Training Station Great Lakes Blue Jackets.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/glt-3-columbus-roster.jpgGLT 3 Columbus Red Birds Roster!942 Columbus Red Birds roster.2026-01-19T19:06:32+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/scorecards-of-great-lakes-naval-training-station/2026-01-19T18:59:49+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/11/21/dutch-raffeis-the-flying-dutchman-of-u-s-navy-service-team-baseball/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/dutch-raffeis-ph-sub-base-bat-lean.jpgDutch Raffeis PH Sub Base Bat Leanhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/1943-pearl-harbor-submarine-base-dolphins_dutch-raffeis.jpg1943 Pearl Harbor Submarine Base Dolphins_Dutch Raffeishttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/1943-pearl-harbor-submarine-base-dolphins_sm-1.jpg1943 Pearl Harbor Submarine Base Dolphins_Smhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/1943-pearl-harbor-submarine-base-dolphins.jpg1943 Pearl Harbor Submarine Base Dolphinshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/1943-pearl-harbor-submarine-base-dolphins_sm.jpg1943 Pearl Harbor Submarine Base Dolphins_Smhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/dutch-raffeis.pngDutch RaffeisHenry "Dutch" Raffeis, seated at the center of his league champion, 1943 Pearl Harbor Submarine Base Dolphins team.2026-01-16T01:51:08+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/04/25/sub-hunting-uncovering-the-pearl-harbor-sub-base-nine/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/2019-04-24-07.48.21.jpg1943 Sub Base Pearl Harbor Team Signed BallNot only did EM1/c Oscar Marion Sessions autograph the ball, he did so on the sweet spot and included the magnificent nickname, "Chicken Hawk."https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/2019-02-17_01-12-36-1.jpg1943 Pearl Harbor Submarine Base Baseball TeamEasily recognizable among the 1943 Sub Base team are Walt Masterson (4th row, 2nd from left). Arnie “Red” Anderson (4th row, 3rd from left) and Jimmy Gleeson (3rd row, far right). Combat veteran Oscar “Chicken Hawk” Sessions is seated in the front row, far left. Chief Torpedoman Henry "Dutch" Raffeis is seated in the second row, 5th from the left.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/oscar-marion-sessions.jpgOscar Marion SessionsOscar Marion Sessions as seen in after the war (image source: FindAGrave.com).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/45708496315_28d6d26000_o.jpg1943 Rosters: Pearl Harbor Navy Sub BaseThe team is listed as Pearl Harbor Navy (vs Schofield Barracks Red Landers) though, due to the team members listed, it is quite easily determined that this is the Sub Marine base team.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/45898805124_9d73d90fd0_o.jpg4th of July Independence Day ProgramPearl Harbor's Chickamauga Park played host to two games at Schofield Barracks including the Pearl Harbor Submarine Base team.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/armyvnavy-e1556045089419.jpgArmy vs Navy All Stars Rosters - 1944Loaded with stars of the major and minor leagues, these rosters all but guaranteed a thrilling and entertaining series for the troops in the Hawaiian Islands in the fall of 1944.2026-01-16T01:47:57+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/scorecards-of-norfolk-naval-training-station/2026-01-15T16:15:28+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/11/15/a-patient-find-joe-and-charlie-headline-1943-hammond-general-hospital-game/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/49903153331_ed4993d828_b.jpgLodigiani and JudnichFuture McClellan Field Fliers teammates Dario Lodigiani (left) and Walter Judnich take a breather at basic training (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/50309211923_27648065dc_b.jpgFain, Funk and McCormickMcClellan Field Fliers teammates, Ferris Fain (left) and Mike McCormick work on an aircraft engine with (former minor leaguer) Eddie Funk in 1943 (photo courtesy of Harrington E. Crissey, Jr.).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/50589308541_822a8280c8_b.jpg1943 Hammond General Hospital Fund Raiser All Star Game Program -The centerfold of the Hammond game features Joe DiMaggio and Charlie Gehringer, both future Hall of Fame enshrinees (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/50589424587_e12382b63c_b.jpg1943 Hammond General Hospital Fund Raiser All Star Game Program -One of the nicest wartime service game programs, this 1943 Hammond General Hospital( fund raiser All-Star game featured two future Hall of Fame players who were serving in the armed forces (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/50588560748_1bd9cf00f8_b.jpg1943 Hammond General Hospital Fund Raiser All Star Game Program -The 1943 Hammond General Hospital fund raiser All-Star game program (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).2026-01-13T00:48:20+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-norfolk-naval-training-station-vs-boston-red-sox/2026-01-10T21:57:25+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/scorecards-of-bainbridge-naval-training-station/2026-01-10T21:46:46+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-brooklyn-dodgers-vs-bainbridge-commodores/2026-01-10T21:21:20+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-st-louis-cardinals-vs-naval-training-center-bainbridge-commodores/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/the_baltimore_sun_wed__jun_27__1945_box-score.jpgthe_baltimore_sun_wed__jun_27__1945_box-score2026-01-10T21:20:34+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-pittsburgh-pirates-vs-naval-training-center-bainbridge-commodores/2026-01-10T21:19:11+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/1943-all-pacific-recreation-fund-service-all-stars-vs-los-angeles-hollywood/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/the_los_angeles_times_1943_08_22_15-box-score.jpgThe_Los_Angeles_Times_1943_08_22_15 Box Scorehttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/48859061136_0f8c3dbd0a_b-e1571192501949.jpg1943 All-Pacific Recreation Fund - Svc All-Stars vs Angels-Stars - Svc All Stars 2Service all-stars including Joe Marty and Joe DiMaggio.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/48858710028_40f450d90e_b-e1571192573164.jpg1943 All-Pacific Recreation Fund - Svc All-Stars vs Angels-Stars - Joe DiMaggioA narrative of Joe DiMaggio by John B. Old.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/48858707293_7f2859a247_b-e1571192665545.jpg1943 All-Pacific Recreation Fund - Svc All-Stars vs Angels-Stars - Svc Stars 1Ted Lyons, Red Ruffing and Harry Danning headline page two of the Service All-Stars photos.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/48859258777_76fdedecb4_b-e1571192730700.jpg1943 All-Pacific Recreation Fund - Svc All-Stars vs Angels-Stars - RuffingThough it is hard to tell Al Wolf from Braven Byer apart, Wolf shines a light on Red Ruffing.2026-01-09T19:09:01+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1927-united-states-fleet-baseball-championship-scouting-fleet-vs-battle-fleet-champions/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/54479249937_603dc2a144_c.jpg54479249937_603dc2a144_chttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/1927-fleet-championships-uss-wright-secton.jpg1927-fleet-championships-uss-wright-sectonhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/1927-fleet-championships-uss-wright-vs-uss-california-guantanamo-bay-cuba.jpg1927-fleet-championships-uss-wright-vs-uss-california-guantanamo-bay-cuba2025-12-29T23:20:39+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/broadsides-and-promotions/2025-12-24T00:27:02+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/sampson-ntc-broadside-july-31-august-6-1944/2025-12-24T00:23:36+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-boston-red-sox-vs-sampson-ntc/2025-12-23T23:32:28+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-sampson-ntc-port-vs-starboard/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1944-sampson-reunion-rollie-hemsley-al-lyons-vander-meer-.jpg1944 Sampson Reunion - Rollie Hemsley Al Lyons Vander Meerhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1944-sampson-wilson-and-vander-meer.jpg1944 Sampson - Wilson and Vander Meerhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1944-sampson-naval-training-station-ball-team.jpg1944 - Sampson Naval Training Station Ball teamhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1944-sampson-lyons-hemsley-vander-meer.jpg1944 Sampson - Lyons Hemsley Vander Meer2025-12-23T23:28:38+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/sampson-ntc-broadside-june-26-july-2-1944/2025-12-23T23:27:08+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/sampson-ntc-broadside-april-17-23-1944/2025-12-23T23:25:18+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/sampson-ntc-broadside-april-10-26-1944/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/1944-april-11-sampson-ntc-sportscast-broadside.jpg1944 April 11 Sampson NTC Sportscast broadside2025-12-23T23:24:20+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-april-3-april-9-sampson-ntc-broadside/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/big-leaguers-workout-for-navy.jpgBig Leaguers Workout for Navy2025-12-23T23:23:15+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/sampson-ntc-broadside-march-27-april-2-1944/2025-12-23T23:22:09+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/sampson-ntc-broadside-july-3-9-1944/2025-12-23T23:12:57+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/05/01/from-hurling-on-the-hill-to-landing-on-the-moon/2025-11-29T18:56:55+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/class-a-league-1946-16th-inf-regt-vs-26th-inf-regt/2025-11-25T15:12:42+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/third-army-baseball-championship-series/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/3rd-army-4.jpg3rd Army 4https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/3rd-army-2-3.jpg3rd Army 2-3The scorecard and rosters are printed, rotated 90-degrees to take advantage of the single-page printing. The original owner wrote another note regarding one of the roster members.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/3rd-army-1.jpg3rd ArmyThe cover of this scorebook features the dates (rescheduled due to poor weather) and a handwritten note from the veteran who attended.2025-11-25T15:07:31+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/35th-div-vs-106th-div-santa-fe-stadium-koblenz-july-1-1945/2025-11-25T01:10:03+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wartime-scorecards-european-theater-of-operations-2/2025-11-25T00:35:26+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-wedding-congratulations-greeting-card/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/50322234962_b9cbaae77d_b.jpg50322234962_b9cbaae77d_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/48018843991_3f8f3de9f6_b.jpg48018843991_3f8f3de9f6_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/52990778947_cab3c5467e_b.jpg52990778947_cab3c5467e_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/52991835923_7c2be416a4_b.jpg52991835923_7c2be416a4_b2025-11-24T15:38:33+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-navy-vs-army-air-forces-football/2025-11-24T15:27:26+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1949-quantico-marines-baseball-schedule/2025-11-24T15:25:36+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-manila-bowl/2025-11-24T15:24:56+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1946-service-all-stars-vs-hollywood-bears-2/2025-11-24T15:23:58+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1948-quantico-marines-baseball-schedule/2025-11-24T15:21:51+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/05/15/morrie-arnovich-breaking-ground-for-branch-rickeys-bold-move/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/1942-service-all-stars.jpg1942 Service All Starshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/sam-nahem-cardinals.jpgSam Nahem - CardinalsRight-handed Sam Nahem, was born in Brooklyn accumulated a 10-8 record in his four big league seasons. Name was with the St. Louis Cardinals during the 1941 season (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/advert-from-the_jackson_sun_fri__oct_14__1949_.jpgAdvert from The_Jackson_Sun_Fri__Oct_14__1949_In the fall of 1949, Handy was featured as part of the Satchel Page All-Stars in this advert Jackson, Tennessee "Sun" Newspaper.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/the-george-handy-story.jpgThe George Handy StoryA brief bio and assembly of George Handy images underscore the impact that he had in Bridgeport, Connecticut baseball history source: MikeRoer.com)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/george-handy-weiss-questionaire.jpgGeorge Handy Weiss QuestionaireProviding the media with biographical information, questionnaires such as this one from William J. Wiess shed personal light on the lives of individual ball players. Some of the details provided by Handy are in conflict with official Army records. https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/george-handy-draft-card-e1589468569981.jpgGeorge Handy Draft CardGeorge William Handy Jr. is listed as George Junior Handy on his WWII draft card.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/1943-fort-lewis-warriors-baseball-team-with-ids-e1589467680558.jpg1943 Fort Lewis Warriors Baseball Team - with IDsAcquiring and researching this 1943 Fort Lewis Warriors team photo was an eye-opening endeavor that allowed us to shine light on baseball and military history that has long been forgotten. The identifications of the team are as follows: Back Row: Bill Brown, Bob Kubicek, Hal Lee, Wynn Pintarell, McGale Middle Row: Unknown, Paul Dugan, John Stepich, Morris Arnovich, Colonel Robert Johnson, Herm Reich, Unknown Front Row: Ed Erautt, Joe Brizer, George "Pewee" Handy, Steve Sackus, Unknown (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/1943-fort-lewis-warriors-baseball-team-edited.jpg1943 Fort Lewis Warriors Baseball Team - EditedIn order to obtain a "clean" copy of the 1943 Warriors team photo, we spent significant time removing the inscriptions, adjusting the exposure and repairing the surface damage (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/1943-fort-lewis-warriors-basketball-team.jpg1943 Fort Lewis Warriors Basketball TeamA recent arrival to the Chevrons and Diamonds Collection is this 8x10 capture of Morrie Arnovich's Fort Lewis Warriors basketball team. February 28, 1943: The Fort Lewis Warriors, one of the strongest service basketball teams on the Coast, have tossed their hat into the ring for the Pacific Northwest service hoop championships to be held in the Civic Auditorium, tomorrow, Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Here is the Fort Lewis hoop personnel: Back row, left to right: Lieutenant Colonel Alvie L. Merrill, post special officer; Sergeant Paul Dugan; Corporal Bill Diehl; Sgt. Herman Reich; Pvt. Lewis Amory; Capt. Val Kirk, assistant special officer and director of athletics. Front row: Lou Moses, trainer; Pvt. Jack Coombs; Pvt. Kenneth Oberbruner; Sgt. Stanley Groml; Sgt. Paul Gill; Sgt. Ralph Kelly; Pvt. Morris Arnovich, coach. Not in the picture are Sgt. John Stepich, assistant coach and Bill Kirk, mascot." (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection) 2025-10-23T16:22:16+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/03/19/my-first-military-baseball-the-rammers-of-the-36th-field-artillery-group/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/20180220_193125-1.jpg36th FA GP 1956 "Rammers"On this Wilson Official League, 1950s baseball, the inscription, "36th FA. GP. 1956 'Rammers'" on the sweet spot.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/20180220_193243-e1519583270798.jpg36th FA GP 1956 "Rammers"This view gives a better perspective of the ball's model number stamping.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/image-4.png1950s 36th FA Signed BallTo contrast against the three faked military baseballs, here is a game-used, signed and clearly marked baseball from the 1950s (eBay screenshot).2025-10-06T22:09:28+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2023/03/29/1942-u-s-service-all-stars-treasured-ink/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/52953779956_faa78c9060_b.jpg52953779956_faa78c9060_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/plotting-against-the-american-leaguers.jpgPlotting Against The American LeaguersJuly 7, 1942 - Cleveland, Ohio: Pitcher Bob Feller (left) and catcher Frank Pytlak (right) whom manager Mickey Cochrane plans to use as his opening battery for the Service team tonight got together at a workout this afternoon to plan a bit of strategy against the American League All-Stars. Feller and Pytlak both are in the Navy.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/1942-service-all-stars-stars.jpgEx-major leaguers on Service TeamCleveland, Ohio - July 7, 1942: Here are some of the former major league players now wearing the uniform of Uncle Sam, when they played the American League All-Stars here tonight. Left to right; Frank Pytlak, Cleveland Indians; Benny McCoy, Philadelphia Athletics; Cecil Travis, Washington Senators; Gordon "Mickey" Cochrane, former manager of Detroit Tigers and now manager of the service team; the great Bobby Feller, Cleveland Indians and Sam Chapman of the Philadelphia Athletics. Soundphotohttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/vince-smith-trains-for-svc-all-stars.jpgVinnie Smith Training at Great LakesJuly 2, 1942 - Great Lakes Naval Training Station, Illinois: Vince Smith, formerly of the Pittsburgh Pirates now with Norfolk Naval Training Station, training at Great Lakes for All-Service game with Major Leaguers at Cleveland ACME Newspictureshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/the-lieutenant-gives-the-orders-2.jpgThe Lieutenant Gives the OrdersJuly 1, 1942- Great Lakes, Illinois: Emmett Mueller (of the Phillies) left, and John Sturm (Yankees) right, members of the All-Service team training at Great Lakes (Illinois) Naval Training Station, take orders from Lieutenant George Earnshaw, center, former big league pitcher, who is assisting Mickey Cochrane train the service team for coming game with major league stars at Cleveland. | ACME Newspictures Inc. / NEA - Chttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/1942-service-all-stars-in-flannels-gary-bedingfield-1.jpg1942 Service Team All Stars - Baseball UniformsLeft to right Front: Vincent Smith, Pittsburgh Pirates; Don Padgett, Brooklyn Dodgers; Ernest Andres, Louisville Colonels; Herman Fishman; Frank Pytlak, Boston Red Sox; Fred Shaffer, Louisville Colonels; Russell Meers, Milwaukee Brewers. Center: LCDR J. Russell Cook, Athletic Office - Great Lakes; Don Dunker; O.V. Mulkey; Cecil Travis, Washington Senators; Fred Hutchinson, Detroit Tigers; Sam Chapman, Philadelphia Athletics; Bob Feller, Clevaland Indians; George Earnshaw; Mickey Cochrane; Hank Gowdy, Cincinnati Reds (coach); Joe Grace, St. Louis Browns; Mickey Harris, Boston Red Sox; John Rigney, Chicago White Sox. Back: Ken Silvestri, New York Yankees; Pat Mullin, Detroit Tigers; Chester Hadjuk, Chicago White Sox; Johnny Sturm, New York Yankees; Sam Harshany, Toldeo Mud Hens; Johnny Lacadello, St. Louis Browns; John Grodzicki, St. Louis Cardinals; Benny McCoy, Philadelphia Athletics; Emmett Mueller, Philadelphia Phillies, Morris Arnovich, New York Giants.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/1942-service-all-stars-in-service-uniforms-edited_sm-1.jpg1942 Service Team All Stars - Service UniformsLeft to right Front: Vincent Smith, Pittsburgh Pirates; Don Padgett, Brooklyn Dodgers; Ernest Andres, Louisville Colonels; Herman Fishman; Frank Pytlak, Boston Red Sox; Fred Shaffer, Louisville Colonels; Russell Meers, Milwaukee Brewers. Center: LCDR J. Russell Cook, Athletic Office - Great Lakes; Don Dunker; O.V. Mulkey; Cecil Travis, Washington Senators; Fred Hutchinson, Detroit Tigers; Sam Chapman, Philadelphia Athletics; Bob Feller, Clevaland Indians; George Earnshaw; Mickey Cochrane; Hank Gowdy, Cincinnati Reds (coach); Joe Grace, St. Louis Browns; Mickey Harris, Boston Red Sox; John Rigney, Chicago White Sox. Back: Ken Silvestri, New York Yankees; Pat Mullin, Detroit Tigers; Chester Hadjuk, Chicago White Sox; Johnny Sturm, New York Yankees; Sam Harshany, Toldeo Mud Hens; Johnny Lacadello, St. Louis Browns; John Grodzicki, St. Louis Cardinals; Benny McCoy, Philadelphia Athletics; Emmett Mueller, Philadelphia Phillies, Morris Arnovich, New York Giants.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/1942-service-all-stars-training-1.jpg1942 Service Team All Stars - Training CampJuly 3, 1942 - Service All-Stars Great Lakes Training Station - Here are stars whose names appear on the roster pf the Service All-Stars at Great Lakes Training Station. Left to right: Emmett Mueller, Philadelphia-infielder; Morrie Arnovich, N.Y. Giants-outfielder; Mickey Harris, Boston Red Sox-pitcher; John Sturm, Yankees-infielder; John Grodzicki, St. Louis Cardinals-Pitcher; Cecil Travis, Washington-outfielder; Ken Silvestri, Yankees-catcher; Pat Mullin, Detroit-outfielder; Lieutenant George Earnshaw, coach; Fred Hutchinson, Detroit-pitcher; Vincent Smith, Pittsburgh-catcher; Bob Feller, Cleveland-pitcher; Sam Chapman, Athletics-infielder.2025-10-01T22:35:46+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/01/17/historic-game-program-discovery-july-7-1942-service-all-stars/2025-10-01T22:32:46+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wartime-scorecards-continental-united-states/1942-american-league-all-stars-vs-service-all-stars/2025-10-01T22:31:37+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wallace-wilford-kale-infielder-outfielder/2025-09-27T00:05:39+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/01/03/navy-pre-flight-round-up-the-growth-of-the-cloudbusters-collection-takes-flight/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/March-16-1945-Cloudbuster.pngMarch 16 1945 CloudbusterAs seen in the March 16, 1945 edition of the Navy Pre-Flight Chapel Hill newspaper, the "Cloudbuster," my vintage photograph is seen in use and features a caption identifying all who are pictured (source: DigitalNC.com).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Sheet_Film_0667_0002_Baseball_Pesky_Fick_Kids_circa_1943_Scan_7-e1545950116691.jpgJohnny Pesky with Young James RaughJohnny Pesky with the Cloudbusters bat boy and team mascot, Jimmy Raugh. Raugh would cross paths again with Pesky in 1960 will pitching for the Victoria Rosebuds of the Texas League. Johnny Pesky was his manager that seasonhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/2018-12-27_11-55-11.jpgCloudbuster Nine Coaching Staff- March 1945THE HIGH COMMAND: Photographed as they ponder prospects of the Cloudbuster baseball squad are the coaches and trainer, reading left to right as follows: Lt. Greene Laird, Lt. Edward (Wes) Schulmerich, head coach; Lt. Howard Haak, trainer, and Lt. (jg) Harry Craft. https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/2018-12-27_11-55-31.jpgNavy Pre-flight PlayerThis vintage photograph shows a catcher wearing a uniform that is nearly identical to the pre-flight flannels. Note the absence of lettering on the left sleeve.2025-09-17T21:54:46+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/10/10/familiar-navy-flannel/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/wp-1601756904184.jpg1943 Corpus Christi Baseball TeamThe 1943 team of Naval Air Station at Corpus Christi, Texas is right up in front in the Naval Air Training Center circuit having taken eight of its first ten games. Pictured are Mascot Roy Brown, front; Ensign Dan Menendez, Ensign Don Watts, Lt.-Comdr. Frank Lane, LTjg Boyd B. SoRelle and Ezra Pat Mac McClothin, first row; Ensign Walt Bietila, Ensign Dave Bechtol, W. J. Goodman, J. Roland and J. Penfold, second row, and Jack Pearson, Dam Mamula, Bob Cowsar, Ed Schueren, Jim Picciano and Pat McCarthy, back row (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/wp-1601756491717.jpg1943-44 Navy Jersey - Lettering ArcThe front of the jersey shows a lot of pilling that is most-likely due to excessive machine-wash laundering. The athletic felt lettering is arched between the second and third buttons. The upper left extension of the "V" overlays the left soutache on the button placket (Chevrons and Diamonds Photo).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/wp-1601756491669.jpg1943-44 Navy Jersey - Full JerseyFresh from the seller, the 1943-44 NAVY jersey is in need of a cleaning, similar to what we did for our USS Timbalier and USS Phoenix flannels (Chevrons and Diamonds Photo).2025-09-17T20:43:51+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/hb-no-60-signature/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/handb_cronin602.jpghandb_cronin602https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/handb_cronin603.jpghandb_cronin603https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/handb_cronin60.jpghandb_cronin60https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/handb_musial60s2.jpghandb_musial60s2https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/handb_musial60s.jpghandb_musial60s2025-08-22T20:53:28+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/06/26/signature-search-the-1945-hickam-bombers/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/1945-hickam-bombers.png1945 Hickam BombersThe 1945 Hickam Bombers roster was dramatically altered after most of the major leaguers were sent to the Marianas. Note John "Murphy" replaced Birdie Tebbetts as the team's manager (source: Honolulu Advertiser, July 20, 1945).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/1945-hickam-bombers-signed-baseball-4-e1593196915886.jpg1945 Hickam Bombers Signed Baseball 41945 Hickam Bombers ball: 1945 Hickam Bombers ball: Roy Pitter, John "Murphy" (Bialowarczuk). (source: Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/1945-hickam-bombers-signed-baseball-9-e1593195543575.jpg1945 Hickam Bombers Signed Baseball 91945 Hickam Bombers ball: Ferris Fain, Enos Slaughter, Kernie Kohlmeyer, Steve Tomko, John J. "Moe" Ambrosia, Bill Mosser, Birdie Tebbetts (source: Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/the_honolulu_advertiser_sat__aug_14__1943_7th-aaf-softball.jpgThe_Honolulu_Advertiser_Sat__Aug_14__1943_7th AAF SoftballThe Kahuku Army Airfield softball team claimed the 7th Air Force championship in 1943. John (Murphy) Bialowarczuk is seated at the far left in the second row (source: Honolulu Advertiser, Aug. 14, 1943).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/48096_555696_m2-00783.jpgJohn P. Bialowarczuk American Baseball Bureau ProfileJohn Bialowwarczuk's May 20, 1946 American Baseball Bureau player information sheet. Note his wartime alias is listed as "Murphy" (image source: Ancestry).2025-08-20T15:00:36+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1943-great-lakes-vs-cincinnati-reds/2025-08-19T23:41:09+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/hillerich-bradsby-125/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241206_105617.jpg20241206_105617https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241206_105544.jpg20241206_105544https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241206_105530.jpg20241206_105530https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/20220122_133107.jpg20220122_133107https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/20220121_180236.jpg20220121_180236https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/20220121_180324.jpg20220121_180324https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/handb_greeberg_125hgssusa2.pnghandb_greeberg_125hgssusa2https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/handb_greeberg_125hgssusa1.pnghandb_greeberg_125hgssusa12025-08-18T23:15:08+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/hillerich-bradsby-40/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/handb_pbbf4.jpghandb_pbbf4https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/handb_pbbf2.jpghandb_pbbf2https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/handb_pbbf3.jpghandb_pbbf3https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/handb_pbbf.jpghandb_pbbfhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/handb40lgs3.jpghandb40lgs3https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/handb40lgs1.jpghandb40lgs1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/handb40lgs4.jpghandb40lgs4https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/handb40lgs2.jpghandb40lgs22025-08-18T23:10:47+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/6th-ferrying-group-vs-hollywood-stars/2025-08-18T23:01:21+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1943-brookley-field-season-schedule-and-roster/2025-08-18T18:38:25+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-great-lakes-naval-training-station-vs-south-milwaukee/2025-08-14T21:19:09+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/1944-great-lakes-vs-coca-cola-bottling-of-springfield-oh/2025-08-14T21:11:07+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/1944-great-lakes-vs-local-72-uaw-kenosha-wisconsin/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/rosters.jpg1944 Great Lakes vs Local 72 UAW - RostersTeam rosters for the Bluejackets and the Local 72 (Courtesy of the Chuck Ailsworth Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/navy-club.jpg1944 Great Lakes vs Local 72 UAW - Navy Club AdvertAdvertising supporting the Navy Club, an organization that still exists, today (Courtesy of the Chuck Ailsworth Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/captain-note.jpg1944 Great Lakes vs Local 72 UAW - Captain NoteGreat Lakes Naval Training Station's commandant's note regarding the dispensation of the funds raised from this game (Courtesy of the Chuck Ailsworth Collection).2025-08-14T21:07:28+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-great-lakes-naval-training-station-vs-ford-all-stars/2025-08-14T21:03:16+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-great-lakes-naval-training-station-vs-western-michigan-all-stars/2025-08-14T21:01:43+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wartime-scorecards-continental-united-states/1944-great-lakes-vs-western-michigan-all-stars/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/wm-all-stars-score.jpg1944 GLTNS vs Western Michigan All Stars - ScoreDespite being completely outmatched, Western Michigan managed 10 hits against the major league talent that they faced on the mound (Courtesy of the Chuck Ailsworth Collection).2025-08-14T21:00:22+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1943-great-lakes-vs-nash-uaw-local-no-13/2025-08-14T20:58:33+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wartime-scorecards-continental-united-states/1943-great-lakes-vs-lambert-naval-air-station/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/clipping-post-dispatch-next-day-e1582664031546.jpgClipping - Post-Dispatch Next Day"Luke Sewell Could Use Em Now!" This photo appeared in the August 15 St. Louis Post-Dispatch spotlighting four former St. Louis Browns now playing for Great Lakes, https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/glnts.jpgAugust 14, 1943 GLNTS at Lambert Navy Wings - GLNTS LineupThe three-color (black/red/blue) printing is vibrant on the scorecard pages. Here, the full listing of Bluejackets players is invaluable for research (Courtesy of the Chuck Ailsworth Collection).2025-08-14T20:56:18+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wartime-scorecards-continental-united-states/1942-great-lakes-vs-beloit/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/i-beloit.jpgBeloit Team - Beloit Navy Day Game - 16 August 1945 (Courtesy of the Chuck Ailsworth Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/c.jpgCharities - Beloit Navy Day Game - 16 August 1945 (Courtesy of the Chuck Ailsworth Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/b.jpgRear Admiral Downs - Beloit Navy Day Game - 16 August 1945 (Courtesy of the Chuck Ailsworth Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aa.jpgCity of Beloit, Wisconsin - - Beloit Navy Day Game - 16 August 1945 (Courtesy of the Chuck Ailsworth Collection).2025-08-14T20:54:03+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/1942-great-lakes-vs-coffeyville-ban-johnson-refiners/2025-08-14T20:52:53+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/1942-great-lakes-vs-chanute-field-at-comiskey-field/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/louisville-lineup.jpg1942, July 2 - GLNTS Vs Chanute FieldChanute Field Lineup and roster (Courtesy of the Chuck Ailsworth Collection).2025-08-14T20:50:57+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1942-great-lakes-vs-jefferson-barracks-at-sportsmans-park/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1942-glnts-vs-jefferson-barracks-scoring-grids.jpg1942 - GLNTS vs Jefferson Barracks - Scoring Gridshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1942-glnts-vs-jefferson-barracks-cover.jpg1942 - GLNTS vs Jefferson Barracks - Cover2025-08-14T20:49:59+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-chicago-cubs-vs-camp-shanks/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/shanks-vs-cubs-box-score.jpgShanks vs Cubs Box Scorehttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/camp-shanks-palisades_cubs-photo_bill-nicholson-and-charlie-grimm.jpgCamp Shanks Palisades_Cubs Photo_Bill Nicholson and Charlie Grimm2025-08-14T20:11:08+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1943-norfolk-nts-at-washington-senators-war-bond-game/2025-08-14T19:35:26+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/norfolk-nts-vs-philadelphia-athletics-march-31-1945/2025-08-14T19:30:38+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/norfolk-nts-vs-washington-senators-april-1-1945/2025-08-14T19:29:28+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/norfolk-nts-vs-washington-senators-april-3-1945/2025-08-14T19:28:12+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-norfolk-naval-training-station-vs-naval-training-center-bainbridge-commodores/2025-08-14T19:27:10+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/norfolk-nts-vs-philadelphia-athletics-march-30-1945/2025-08-14T19:25:05+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/norfolk-nts-vs-washington-senators-september-12-1944/2025-08-14T19:23:38+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/norfolk-nts-vs-st-louis-browns-may-8-1944/2025-08-14T19:22:46+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/norfolk-nts-vs-boston-red-sox/2025-08-14T19:20:24+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/norfolk-nts-vs-washington-senators/2025-08-14T19:19:15+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/norfolk-nts-vs-washington-senators-1st-game/2025-08-14T19:16:04+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1912-n-y-7th-infantry-vs-west-point-cadets/2025-08-13T23:20:12+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/other-sports-ephemera/2025-08-11T23:53:11+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/hawaii-baseball-league-player-passes/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2024-02-25_01-13-59.jpg2024-02-25_01-13-59https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2024-02-25_01-14-04.jpg2024-02-25_01-14-04https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/51893168756_849a4bcf91_o.jpg51893168756_849a4bcf91_o2025-08-11T23:51:28+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1920-usma-vs-usna/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/1920-army-navy-game-navy-at-bat.jpg1920 Army - Navy Game - Navy at-bathttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/1920-army-navy-game-army-at-bat.jpg1920 Army - Navy Game - Army at-bat2025-08-07T21:01:22+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/05/22/colonel-r-d-johnson-on-the-mound-and-in-command-at-59/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/47876243321_aa049a998d_b.jpgCol. Johnson Hangs up his FlannelAt the time, it didn't seem to be a significant piece of military baseball history but we acquired it, regardless. The caption affixed to the reverse reads: "FORT LEWIS, WASH. - Completing a colorful 34-year career as U.S. Army Officer and active participant in Army athletics, Col. Ronald D. Johnson, executive officer, Fort Lewis, Washington, and star moundsman on the Fort's ball club, now turns in his baseball uniform and cleats. War Department retires Col. Johnson under edict retiring officers up to colonels of statutory age limit." Chevrons and Diamonds Collection)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/image-4.png1908 West Point Baseball TeamWith crossed bats between his legs and his catcher's mitt at his feet, Ronald D. Johnson is seated in the center of the front row (source: The Howitzer, 1909).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/1909-howitzer-e1590088404353.png1909 HowitzerCadet Ronald D. Johnson (source: The Howitzer, 1909)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/1908-baseball-team.png1907 Baseball TeamSeated at the far left, cadet Ronald D. Johnson is shown with the 1907 West Point baseball team (source: The Howitzer, 1908)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/1907-baseball-team.png1906 Baseball TeamCadet Ronald D. Johnson is standing in the front row, second from the right with the 1906 West Point team (source: The Howitzer, 1907)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/patton-09.pngPatton 09Colonel Ronald D. Johnsons more notable classmate, Cadet George Smith Patton (source: The Howitzer, 1909)2025-08-05T00:08:27+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/usfet-gi-world-series-september-2-1945-soldiers-field-nuremberg/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/1945-gi-world-series-back.jpg1945 GI World Series Backhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/1945-gi-world-series-grid.jpg1945 GI World Series Gridhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/1945-gi-world-series-cover.jpg1945 GI World Series Cover2025-07-15T00:29:47+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/06/04/european-theater-baseball-the-29th-infantry-division-blue-and-grays-at-nurnberg/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/2018-05-15_01-53-12.jpg29th IDBesides Erwin Prasse (far left), picking out any of the players on the 29th is, at present, a near-impossibility. though a roster is available on Baseballinwartime.com. https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/2018-05-15_01-52-42.jpgThe Blue and Grays of the 29th IDMost of the flannels worn in this image have"29th Div." lettering on the chest and a 29th Division shoulder sleeve insignia on the left sleeve while a few other players are in unmarked uniforms, wearing different caps (from those of the 29th players).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/2018-05-15_01-52-56.jpgArmy ballplayer in GermanyHis uniform is completely devoid of lettering or patches - nothing to identify which team he played for in the ETO. His dark cap is on the concrete block behind and to his left.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/2018-05-15_01-52-48.jpg29th ID TeamGerman sporting fields were devoid of proper dugouts which forced teams to set up benches along the baselines. Here, the 29th Infantry Division team awaits the call to take the field (major leaguer, Don Kolloway is seated at center).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/2018-05-15_01-52-33.jpgThe Blue and Grays of the 29th Infantry DivisionThe 7th Army Champions of 1945: The Blue and Grays of the 29th Infantry Division.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/2018-05-15_01-52-05.jpgEarl Ghelf on the MoundThe handwritten notation on this photo describes Earl Ghelf (on the pitcher's mound) as having "atom bomb power with pinpoint accuracy."https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/2018-05-15_01-51-52.jpg29th Infantry Home Baseball UniformsAt Nurnberg Stadium, these three players from the 29th Infantry Division are readying for a game. Their uniforms are adorned with the 29th ID SSI (on the right shoulder) and the 7th Army SSI on their left shoulder (Don Kolloway is pictured holding his Coke on the left). https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/2018-05-15_01-52-18.jpg7th Army Lumber at NurnbergI am hoping that perhaps someone will recognize a face or two among the 29th Infantry Division players such as this batter from the Champions of the 7th Army.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/2018-05-15_01-52-24.jpg29th Division PlayerOne of the 29th Division ball players in Germany.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/swastika_blasted_from_the_nazi_party_rally_grounds_-_nuremberg_1945.gifSwastika_blasted_from_the_Nazi_party_rally_grounds_-_Nuremberg_(1945)A beautiful send-off of the Third Reich symbol of evil. 2025-07-09T14:32:14+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-502nd-parachute-infantry-regiment-101st-airborne-division/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/54178082742_660b8885be_b-1.jpg54178082742_660b8885be_b (1)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52911525332_24840f85f4_b-1.jpg52911525332_24840f85f4_b-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52912487195_5309a27d37_b-1.jpg52912487195_5309a27d37_b-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52912265254_573af688e7_b.jpg52912265254_573af688e7_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52912559608_f661ec1dbf_b.jpg52912559608_f661ec1dbf_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52912265304_4e55db93ac_b.jpg52912265304_4e55db93ac_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52911525332_24840f85f4_b.jpg52911525332_24840f85f4_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52912556853_73092eeed9_b.jpg52912556853_73092eeed9_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52912557898_04c194a680_b.jpg52912557898_04c194a680_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52912256579_0c5bd6dec3_b.jpg52912256579_0c5bd6dec3_b2025-06-26T18:43:43+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1943-1945-camp-chaffee-flannel/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/54164361853_aa873e7eac_b.jpg54164361853_aa873e7eac_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/chafee-back.jpgchafee-backhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20220310_083839.jpg20220310_083839https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20220312_100637.jpg20220312_100637https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20220312_100505.jpg20220312_100505https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20220312_100632.jpg20220312_100632https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20220312_100703.jpg20220312_100703https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20220312_100645.jpg20220312_100645https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20220310_083705.jpg20220310_083705https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/chaffe-front.jpgchaffe-front2025-06-26T18:41:06+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1943-1945-18th-field-artillery-1sg-lawrence-lefty-powell/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/54164139466_535329fb62_b.jpg54164139466_535329fb62_b2025-06-26T18:39:13+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-army-uniforms-and-jerseys/powderhorns-of-the-399th/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/54160754932_e94a6945f6_b.jpg54160754932_e94a6945f6_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/39708088275_f2fe8e1769_b.jpg399th InfantryShowing the athletic felt lettering and the wide soutache surrounding the collar and placket.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/25732630967_d84af8ac9a_b.jpg399th Infantry Baseball JerseyThe long sleeves, sun collar and the odd buttons make this 399th Infantry road baseball uniform quite unusual, yet a welcomed addition to my collection.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/27125838041_b1b57b7ef9_o-e1512321704261.jpg399th Infantry Regiment Baseball JerseyI doubt that a thorough cleaning will remove any of the stains. At least it will look better when displayed after dry-cleaning (eBay image).2025-06-26T18:38:14+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/20th-regiment/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/54164807304_951ca00af6_b.jpg54164807304_951ca00af6_b2025-06-26T18:36:32+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1917-1919-4th-u-s-infantry-regiment-uniform/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/54158423659_5064fb479e_b.jpg54158423659_5064fb479e_b2025-06-26T18:35:49+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1950s-cinclantflt-navy-uniform/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/54159385677_5e4186586d_b.jpg54159385677_5e4186586d_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/53371480125_8d0c8b662c_b.jpg53371480125_8d0c8b662c_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/53371341659_fd45dbddfd_b.jpg53371341659_fd45dbddfd_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/podres-pitching-for-uncle-sam.jpgpodres-pitching-for-uncle-samhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/53371478695_933c993811_b.jpg53371478695_933c993811_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/53370120962_7271d67eb3_b.jpg53370120962_7271d67eb3_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/53370122387_4aa80a9cd0_b.jpg53370122387_4aa80a9cd0_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/53371340909_83c99c8706_b-1.jpg53371340909_83c99c8706_b-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/53371026966_b0af0693e0_b.jpg53371026966_b0af0693e0_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/53371025411_6c315be1cb_b.jpg53371025411_6c315be1cb_b2025-06-26T18:26:06+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-navy-uniforms-and-jerseys/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/54179525166_e3b82ae245_b-1.jpg54179525166_e3b82ae245_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/chevrons-and-diamonds-collection-jerseys-of-the-us-navy-1.jpgChevrons and Diamonds Collection - Jerseys of the US Navyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/chevrons-and-diamonds-collection-jerseys-of-the-us-navy.jpgChevrons and Diamonds Collection - Jerseys of the US Navy2025-06-26T18:25:21+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1946-all-navy-seahawks-jersey/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/54157270382_db844214e5_b.jpg54157270382_db844214e5_b2025-06-26T18:23:54+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-navy-uniforms-and-jerseys/world-war-ii-waldron-field-jersey/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/54160582838_fac2563066_b.jpg54160582838_fac2563066_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/image2.pngWaldron Field DiamondsPresently at Waldron Field are these three ball fields that appear to be part of a youth sports complex (image source: Google Maps).2025-06-26T18:22:30+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-117th-naval-construction-battalion-bulldogs/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/54172712189_f8e8342fd5_b.jpg54172712189_f8e8342fd5_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/53369484501_6515ce66de_b.jpg53369484501_6515ce66de_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/53369485891_280a3be8b1_b.jpg53369485891_280a3be8b1_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/53369678458_e4b76aca87_b.jpg53369678458_e4b76aca87_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/53369504236_1767a164ba_b.jpg53369504236_1767a164ba_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/53370099160_dc397a5808_b.jpg53370099160_dc397a5808_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/20230506_181707.jpg20230506_181707https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/20220709_183856.jpg20220709_183856https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/53368585017_7ba5d9ebe7_b.jpg53368585017_7ba5d9ebe7_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/53369504106_47b05bc7a8_b.jpg53369504106_47b05bc7a8_b2025-06-26T18:20:52+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-coast-guard-uniforms-and-jerseys/u-s-coast-guard-uniform/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/54163171297_b2907c5ae7_b.jpg54163171297_b2907c5ae7_b2025-06-26T18:19:29+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/02/15/forging-ahead-an-early-1950s-navy-flannel/2025-06-25T20:16:34+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1952-uss-valley-forge/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/soutache-trousers.jpgSoutache - Trousershttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/uss-valley-forgte-insignia-and-zipper-placket.jpgUSS Valley Forgte Insignia and Zipper Plackethttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/54612578467_d770e82127_b.jpg54612578467_d770e82127_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/uss-valley-forge-jersey-chainstitch.jpgUSS Valley Forge Jersey Chainstitchhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/uss-valleu-forge-trousers.jpgUSS Valleu Forge Trousershttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/uss-valleu-forge-trousers-front_full.jpgUSS Valleu Forge Trousers Front_Fullhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/uss-valey-forge-chain-stitch-back.jpgUSS Valey Forge Chain Stitch Backhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/uss-valley-forge-emblem.jpgUSS Valley Forge Emblemhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20250624_201234.jpg20250624_201234https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/uss-valley-forge-arm-vents.jpgUSS Valley Forge Arm Vents2025-06-25T20:15:45+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-navy-uniforms-and-jerseys/1943-45-us-navy-road-gray-uniform/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/don-kepler-and-ted-williams-1943.jpgDon Kepler and Ted WIlliams - 1943https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/54164343346_4617958d6c_b.jpg54164343346_4617958d6c_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/navy-ballplayer-wwii-e1543381453384.jpgNavy Ballplayer WWIIListed not too long after the jersey, this photo shows the same style of lettering and the odd alignment (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/screenshot_2018-11-18-17-54-59-1.pngLowe and Campbell Navy Road Gray JerseyLowe & Campbell tag showing the size - 42 (source: eBay image).2025-06-25T18:11:02+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/central-pacific-area-service-league-aiea-hospital-vs-7th-aaf/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/7th-aaf-vs-aiea-nh.jpg7th aaf vs aiea nhAccompanying caption: "Army Air Force Sergeant Joe DiMaggio and Navy Chief Specialist Harold Pee Wee Reese autograph baseballs for commanding officers before their respective teams play for the Central Pacific Area Service Championship on July 7, 1944." https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/2018-05-24_09-33-24.jpgAiea Hospital vs 7th AAFThe full scorecard showing all four pages (including the un-scored inside section) and rosters.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/army-vs-aiea-4.jpgAiea Hospital vs 7th AAF Rostershttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/army-vs-aiea-1.jpgArmy vs Aiea 12025-06-24T00:50:35+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/03/12/usaaf-wartime-baseball-in-western-canada/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/49625084528_39dd4d263a_b.jpgUS Army Air Force Yanks PlayerWarming up in third base territory, the sleeve patch is fully visible on this Yanks player (Chevrons and Diamonds Archives).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/49602238581_77d56b6dc3_b.jpgRenfrew ParkA Yanks batter takes a cut in front of a capacity crowd at Edmonton's Renfrew Park (Chevrons and Diamonds Archives).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/49602236946_b80901eddb_b.jpgU.S. Army Air Force Yanks PlayersU.S. Army Air Force Yanks Players (Chevrons and Diamonds Archives).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/1943-alberta-us-army-air-force-yanks-cropped-edited.jpg1943 Alberta US Army Air Force YanksThe 1943 U.S. Army Air Force Yanks posed in the Edmonton Snow (Provincial Archives of Alberta, A7253).2025-06-17T19:05:27+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/10/16/wwii-navy-baseball-uniforms-preserving-the-ones-that-got-away/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/1943-nob-team-6-e1507753714571.jpgNorfolk Naval Training Station BluejacketsNorfolk Naval Training Station Bluejackets. Left to right: Walter Masterson, Fred Hutchinson, Charlie Wagner, Tom Early (source: Hampton Roads Naval Museum).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/peewee-pilot-online-e1507753070622.jpgPeeWee Pilot OnlineLeft to right: Charlie Welchel, Pee Wee Reese and Hugh Casey of the Norfolk Naval Air Station Airmen baseball team (source: Virginian-Pilot).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/navy-baseball-uniform-sleeve-patch.jpgNavy Baseball Uniform Sleeve PatchThe left sleeve of the Navy baseball jersey is adorned with patch bearing crossed flags. The U.S. flag shows the pre-1959 48 stars. The British-esque flag might help to identify where, when or who wore this uniform (Vintagesportsshoppe.com).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/navy-baseball-uniform-front.jpgNavy Baseball Uniform FrontThis Navy baseball uniform is unique with the zippered front and single, navy-blue soutache on the sleeve cuffs and the uniform front. The well-known Chapel Hill Cloudbusters uniforms had button-fronts and double-soutache trim (source: Vintagesportsshoppe.com).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/navy-baseball-uniform-back.jpgNavy Baseball Uniform BackWool flannel numerals in navy blue adorn the back of the jersey (source Vintagesportsshoppe.com).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/williams-ted-5827-91_military-w-pesky_pd-bbhof.jpgWilliams Ted 5827-91_Military w Pesky_PDTed Williams and Johnny Pesky entertain a group of youngsters while in their Navy baseball uniforms of the Chapel Hill Cloudbusters team (source: Baseball Hall of Fame).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/ted-wiliams-navy-baseball.jpgted-wiliams-navy-baseballThis close-up of Ted Williams shows him in the Navy baseball uniform that he wore while attending naval aviation training and playing for the Chapel Hill Cloudbusters ball team.2025-06-17T19:02:12+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-military-related-uniforms-and-jerseys/2025-06-04T16:23:30+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-u-s-army-air-corps-forces-usaf-uniforms-and-jerseys/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/chevrons-and-diamonds-collection-jerseys-of-the-usaaf-usaf.jpgChevrons and Diamonds Collection - Jerseys of the USAAF USAF2025-06-04T16:21:54+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-coast-guard-uniforms-and-jerseys/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/20190622_174100.jpgCoast Guard Jersey LetteringA single thin navy blue line of soutache frames the jersey's collar and placket. Small block-athletic felt lettering is arched across the chest.2025-06-04T16:20:54+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-army-uniforms-and-jerseys/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/54179232886_3697257285_b.jpg54179232886_3697257285_b2025-06-04T16:17:11+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/screenshot_2018-11-18-17-55-02-1-1.pngLowe and Campbell Navy Road Gray JerseyThe single thin soutache line extends partway down the placket, ending jut above the third button. There are gussets and vent holes located in the armpits (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/s-l1600-3-e1512159109998.jpgWWII Marines Uniform Set with Shorts(source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/s-l1600-64-e1512154083616.jpgWWII Marines Jersey with Numerals(source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/s-l16003-e1511996886152.jpgWaldron NAF JerseyThis jersey is of a typical 1940s/WWII era and orignates from the Navy Landing Field (NALF or NORF) that is now located within Naval Air Station Corpus Cristi, Texas (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/s-l1600-15.jpgWaldron NAF Jersey(source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/s-l1600-9-e1510974831164.jpgReceiving Station Jersey(image source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/21970070802_9087fc30dd_b.jpgAviation Squadron JerseyPrior to having the uniform dry-cleaned, I dressed it onto a mannequin torso to snap a few photographs. Based upon the style of jersey and the cut, it was most-likely used during wartime.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/hl-1.jpgHunter Liggett Jersey and CapCamp Hunter Liggett - 1940s Satin Jersey and ball cap made by Spalding (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/8385880867_b118b4f7dd_b.jpgEngineers Group"ENG GP" lettering references the Engineers Group - of the 116h Infantry Regiment (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/8433134840_189f847f2b_b.jpgSamoa Baseball Uniform2025-06-04T16:14:34+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1942-fort-lawton-jersey/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/21458455154_d3b7e7a693_b.jpg21458455154_d3b7e7a693_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/1944-joe-dimaggio-at-fort-lawton.jpgJoe DiMaggio While He Played HereJune, 1944 - Seattle, Washington: If Seattle baseball fans missed seeing Joe, they needn't be miffed for DiMaggio's performance here was for a most elite audience - his fellow soldiers in the United States Army. The visit of DiMaggio and the other professionals was kept very quiet by officials at Fort Lawton. 8 x 10 Gelatin silver print U.S. Army Signal Corps photo Photographer unknown Chevrons and Diamonds Collectionhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20250531_131349-1.jpg20250531_131349https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20250531_131327.jpg20250531_131327https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20250531_131338.jpg20250531_131338https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20250531_131504.jpg20250531_131504https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20250531_131349.jpg20250531_131349https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20250531_131345.jpg20250531_131345https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20250531_131228.jpg20250531_131228https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20250531_131233.jpg20250531_1312332025-06-04T01:51:07+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/06/19/legends-of-the-fleet-and-game-admiral-frank-w-fenno-and-chief-ovie-mulkey/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/uss-trout-philippine-gold.jpgUSS Trout Philippine GoldCrewmen of the USS Trout (SS-202) offload 20 tons of gold and silver from the treasury of the Philippines at Pearl Harbor, March 3, 1942 (Chevrons and Diamonds).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/casey.jpgCharles D. Stengel, USNCharles D. Stengel was part of a dominant baseball team that featured a handful of his Brooklyn Dodgers teammates including future Hall of Fame pitcher, Rube Marquard.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/wp-1592523993483.jpgStengel AutographOne of Ovie Mulkey's teammates on the 1918 Receiving Ship, Brooklyn Navy Yard baseball team was Charles D, "Casey" Stengel. This autograph came to us from the collection of former St. Louis Browns 1B, Chuck Stevens. https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/1942-service-all-stars-in-service-uniforms.jpg1942 Service All-Stars in Service UniformsOur copy of the highly sought 1942 Service All-Stars team photo - pictured in their service uniforms. "Here are the players in their service raiment and their assignment posts: Front row, left to right - Vincent Smith, Norfolk Training Station; Don Padgett, Great Lakes Training Station; Ernest Andres, Great Lakes; Herman Fishman, Great Lakes; Fred Schaffer, Great Lakes, Frank Pytlak, Great Lakes; Russell Meers, Great Lakes; Johnny Lucadello, Great Lakes. Center row - Don Dunker, Great Lakes; O.V. Mulkey, Great Lakes, Fred Hutchinson, Norfolk Training Station; Sam Chapman, Naval Aviation Base, Washington D.C.; Bob Feller, Norfolk; George Earnshaw, Naval Aviation Station, Jacksonville, Florida; Manager Mickey Cochrane, Great Lakes; Hank Gowdy (coach), Reds; Joe Grace, Great Lakes; Cecil Travis, Camp Wheeler, Georgia; Mickey Harris, Canal Zone; John Rigney, Great Lakes. Back row - Ken Silvestri, Fort Custer, Michigan; Pat Mullin, 1301 Service Unit, New Cumberland, Pennsylvania; Johnny Sturm, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri; Sam Harshaney, Great Lakes; Chester Hajduk, Great Lakes; Bob Peterson, Great Lakes; John Grodzicki, Fort Knox, Kentucky; Mush Esler, Great Lakes, Benny McCoy, Great Lakes; Emmett Mueller, Jefferson Barracks; Morris Arnovich, Fort Lewis, Washington (Chevrons and Diamonds Archive).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/1942-service-all-stars-in-flannels.png1942 Service All-Stars in FlannelsThe 1942 Service All-Stars - dressed for game time. We are still seeking an original, vintage copy of this team image for our photo archive (source: ACME Newsphoto).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/mulkey-daily-chronicle.pngMulkey - Daily Chronicle2025-05-28T14:11:13+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/01/23/academic-baseball-award-rear-admiral-frank-w-fennos-baseball-career/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/31362661751_08d04b7198_o.pngAdmiral Fenno's InscriptionThis medal was awarded to Frank W. Fenno, Jr. (class of 1925) for carrying the Naval Academy team's highest batting average (.410) for the 1924 season.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/fenno.pngfennoMidshipman outfielder, Frank W. Fenno (source: 1925 Lucky Bag)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/admiral-fenno.jpgadmiral-fennoRear Admiral Frank W. Fennohttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/shipping-over-tdc-1950s.jpgshipping-over-tdc-1950sAdmiral Frank Fenno re-enlists three sailors, circa 1955-56 at the US Taiwan Defense Command (source: http://ustdc.blogspot.com/)2025-05-27T14:47:35+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1912-1924-mare-island-marines-jersey/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/20250507_173150.jpg20250507_173150https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/1916-mare-island-marines.jpg1916 Mare Island Marineshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/20250507_173128.jpg20250507_173128https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/20250507_170748.jpg20250507_170748https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/20250507_170834.jpg20250507_170834https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/20250507_170740.jpg20250507_170740https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/20250507_170802.jpg20250507_170802https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/20250507_170823.jpg20250507_170823https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/20250507_170812.jpg20250507_170812https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/20250507_173303.jpg20250507_1733032025-05-18T05:51:51+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2023/11/14/victory-dive-navy-baseball-in-paradise-through-championships-and-tragedy/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/the_honolulu_advertiser_sun__apr_10__1949-louie-b-williams.jpgthe_honolulu_advertiser_sun__apr_10__1949-louie-b-williamshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/harry-postove-1944-norfolk-nts.jpgharry-postove-1944-norfolk-ntshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/bob-myers-contract-card-back.jpgbob-myers-contract-card-backhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/bob-myers-contract-card-front.jpgbob-myers-contract-card-fronthttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/bob-myers.pngbob-myershttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/ray-pegram-contract-card.pngray-pegram-contract-cardhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/img587.jpgHarry Postove Scouting Letter to Dayton Gateshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/honolulu_star_bulletin_mon__aug_9__1948_.jpg1948 Sub Pac Team, HSB 8-9-1948https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/the_honolulu_advertiser_thu__jul_25__1935_1935-phsb-team-photo.jpg1935 Pearl Harbor Sub Base Team, 7-25-1935, HSBhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/mario-mike-cerillo-1935-ph-sub-base-chamopionship-watch.jpgmario-mike-cerillo-1935-ph-sub-base-chamopionship-watch2025-05-02T22:07:44+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-goldsmith-u-s-n-fleet-city-bluejackets/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/1945-fleet-center-manager-joe-abreu.jpg1945 Fleet Center Manager - Joe Abreuhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/1945-joe-abreu-fleet-city.jpgJoe Abreu - Fleet City, Shoemaker, California"To My Pal, Eddie, Wishing you the best to a great fan.With sincere best wishes, Joe Abreu 8-7-48" 5 x 7 Gelatin silver print Ship's Service Laboratories U.S.N. TADCEN (Training and Distribution Center) Shoemaker, California Photographer unknown Chevrons and Diamonds Collection2025-04-25T00:27:51+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1943-a-g-spalding-bros-great-lakes-naval-training-station/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/52520479410_f2c958248a_b.jpg52520479410_f2c958248a_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/51544554683_43fb8ce42e_b.jpg51544554683_43fb8ce42e_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/20250211_160520.jpg20250211_160520https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/20250211_160548.jpg20250211_160548https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/20250211_160355-1.jpg20250211_160355https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/20250211_160539.jpg20250211_160539https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/20250211_160355.jpg20250211_160355https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/20250211_160424.jpg20250211_160424https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/20250211_160419.jpg20250211_160419https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/20250211_160444.jpg20250211_1604442025-04-20T19:30:42+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/06/13/pro-ball-players-still-filled-army-rosters-in-1946-go-devils-g-i-world-series-champs/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/60th-id-team-edited-sm.jpg60th ID TeamThe 60th Infantry Division "GO Devils" team. Pitcher Carl Scheib is standing in the back row, 6th from the right while second baseman, Bill Kurey is third from the left. Outfielder Fay Starr is seated, 5th from the right.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/60th-corrected.jpg60th Infantry GroupOne of the Go Devils' opposing batters approaches the plate with the umpire at an unknown field. The bleachers appear to be at capacity leaving many to watch the game in the standing-room-only areas.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/3rd-army-corrected.jpg3rd Army ChampionsThe 60th Infantry Division "Go Devils" sporting their "Third Army" uniforms following their clinching of the championship heading into the 1946 ETO World Series. Identified players are: (back row) Durban, Cliff Ratliff, Bob Morgan, Joe Moresco, Jim Patterson, Bill Sharp, Jerry Weston, Floyd Gurney, Bill Kurey and George Zallie. In the second row are Fay Starr (third from left) and Carl Scheib (far right).2025-03-30T04:29:44+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wartime-scorecards-european-theater-of-operations-2/ve-day-baseball/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/60th-vs-39th-program-cover-e1560286790172.jpg60th vs 39th Program CoverThis scorecard is from a game played on the first anniversary of VE-Day that saw the Go Devils hosting a fellow-9th Infantry Division regiment, the 39th.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/60th-vs-39th-program-back-e1560286811544.jpg60th vs 39th Program BackThe Go Devils roster as of May 8, 1946.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/60th-vs-39th-program-interior-e1560286838185.jpg60th vs 39th Program InteriorKurey's unscored scorecard.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/6-e1520613310727.jpgProgram: Army vs Navy All StarsThe scorecard at the center of the booklet was unfortunately unused, leaving the results of the game as a mystery (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/31-e1520613352271.jpgProgram: Army vs Navy All StarsOne added bonus to this scorecard is the listing of the league records and standings of the games played in the Hawaiian league (source: eBay image).2025-03-30T04:28:29+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wartime-scorecards-continental-united-states/1943-service-all-stars-vs-pcl-san-francisco-seals-all-stars/2025-03-11T15:09:18+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/hawaiian-islands/1944-aaa-baseball-league-hoolulu-park/2025-03-04T17:38:30+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/05/26/high-flying-wwii-big-island-navy-baseball/2025-03-04T17:34:10+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/baseball-uniform-tags-archive/wilson-sports-equipment-tag-reference/2025-02-10T18:58:05+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-wilson-official-american-association-manila-dodgers-champions-of-the-pacific/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/50436937797_f1c74e6579_b.jpg50436937797_f1c74e6579_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/early-wynn-letter.jpgEarly Wynn Letterhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_8959-1.jpegIMG_8959https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_8960-1.jpegIMG_8960https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/54038559246_04594cf69d_b.jpg54038559246_04594cf69d_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_8959.jpegIMG_8959https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_8960.jpegIMG_8960https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_8956.jpegIMG_8956https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_8955.jpegIMG_8955https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_8957.jpegIMG_89572025-02-08T02:57:12+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-goldsmith-official-97-league-vs-57-baseball/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/vs-57-docu.jpgvs-57-docu2025-02-08T02:34:51+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-spalding-3rd-army-champions-ball-u-s/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/476136393_975909403996190_3908666384059289785_n.jpg476136393_975909403996190_3908666384059289785_nhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/474610638_9031155016961312_298945186850020029_n-1.jpg474610638_9031155016961312_298945186850020029_nhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/474748031_1343717406822699_3340509675477466404_n.jpg474748031_1343717406822699_3340509675477466404_nhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/474651831_926909292925153_5298535027033027894_n.jpg474651831_926909292925153_5298535027033027894_nhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/474610638_9031155016961312_298945186850020029_n.jpg474610638_9031155016961312_298945186850020029_nhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/474087208_1951662385359022_1347368056229364460_n.jpg474087208_1951662385359022_1347368056229364460_nhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/474989932_642425508443972_4047517044014098900_n.jpg474989932_642425508443972_4047517044014098900_nhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/475173710_1787509752098188_7592577038485240784_n.jpg475173710_1787509752098188_7592577038485240784_n2025-02-08T02:33:31+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/gi-world-series-mannheim-germany/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/european-stars-and-stripes-september7-1950-p-10-composite-box.jpegeuropean-stars-and-stripes-September,7-1950-p-10 Composite Boxhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/european-stars-and-stripes-august28-1950-p-11-box-score.jpegeuropean-stars-and-stripes-August,28-1950-p-11 Box Score2025-02-02T00:48:04+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/postwar-scorecards-and-programs/2025-02-02T00:44:15+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1922-usma-vs-usna/2025-01-13T19:53:10+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-u-s-army-air-corps-forces-usaf-uniforms-and-jerseys/world-war-ii-bolling-field-jersey/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/54161955608_a9107a3693_b.jpg54161955608_a9107a3693_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/40561295982_6926673a07_b.jpgLowe and Campbell Bolling Field JerseyShowing the Bolling Field collar, lettering and soutache.2024-12-16T16:01:36+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wwii-postwar-fielders-gloves/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20190622_174719.jpg20190622_174719https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241109_095105.jpg20241109_095105https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241210_140206.jpg20241210_140206https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241205_144459.jpg20241205_144459https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241205_144557.jpg20241205_1445572024-12-14T04:45:09+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wwii-postwar-catchers-mitts/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241205_145003.jpg20241205_145003https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241205_144959.jpg20241205_144959https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241205_145023.jpg20241205_145023https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241205_144907.jpg20241205_144907https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241205_144922.jpg20241205_144922https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20210126_092059.jpg20210126_0920592024-12-14T03:26:30+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wwii-postwar-basemans-mitts/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20221023_155844.jpg20221023_155844https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20221023_155823.jpg20221023_155823https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20240403_102150.jpg20240403_1021502024-12-13T15:24:04+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/military-fielding-leather/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20221021_154522.jpg20221021_154522https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20240302_160459.jpg20240302_160459https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20210126_091907.jpg20210126_0919072024-12-13T15:16:42+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/06/12/remembering-pearl-harbor-and-the-game/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/ribbon-rack-1-e1591913076858.jpgRibbon RackTop Row: Navy Good Conduct Medal Middle Row: American Defense, American Campaign, Asiatic-Pacific medals Bottom: WWII Victory, Philippine Presidential Unit Citation, Philippine Liberation medalshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/gunderson-11th-grade.pngGunderson 11th GradeVincent Gunderson from his junior year in high school (image source: Ancestry.com).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/wp-1591909957787.jpgUSS Phoenix Group - Gunderson's Dress Blues In need of proper laundering and pressing, Fire Controlman 2/c Gunderson's dress and undress blue uniforms were included with his baseball jersey (Chevrons and Diamonds photo).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/wp-1591907435786.jpgUSS Phoenix Jersey - FrontObviously wrinkled and in need of cleaning, the debate ensues as to whether we should dry clean, hand-wash or leave it alone (Chevrons and Diamonds photo).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/wp-1591907435737.jpgUSS Phoenix Jersey -The armpits are vented beneath the raglan-style sleeves. Two thin lines of navy soutache encircle the sleeve cuffs (Chevrons and Diamonds photo).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/95758187_231951414724995_4966514651392114688_n.jpgUSS Phoenix Baseball JerseyThe athletic felt lettering on the chest is in fantastic condition (seller's photo).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/95602921_585785365652224_2958667154758565888_n.jpgUSS Phoenix Baseball JerseyThe tag shows that the jersey was made as early as 1942 (seller's photo).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/95346515_878931745918127_6150514195755433984_n.jpgUSS Phoenix Baseball JerseyIt was difficult to contain the excitement at first glimpse of this image (seller's photo).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/94752965_2597886037125399_865456921124012032_n.jpgUSS Phoenix Baseball JerseyOn the back of the USS Phoenix jersey, an athletic felt number "7" matching the lettering ont he front (seller's photo).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/uss-phoenix-cl-46-passing-az-and-wv-at-pearl-harbor-7-december-1941.jpgUSS-Phoenix-CL-46-passing-AZ-and-WV-at-Pearl-Harbor-7-December-1941Almost two and a half hours after the attack began, USS Phoenix got underway, heading for the sea as she slides past the the black smoke plumes emanating from USS West Virginia (left) and USS Arizona at the right (U.S. Navy photo).2024-12-05T05:29:51+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1941-uss-phoenix-flannel-vince-gunderson/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20200531_094151.jpg20200531_094151https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20210802_184837.jpg20210802_184837https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20200531_173223.jpg20200531_173223https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20200531_190912.jpg20200531_190912https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20200531_190942.jpg20200531_190942https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1941-uss-phoenix-vincent-gunderson-back.jpg1941 USS Phoenix - Vincent Gunderson - Backhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1941-uss-phoenix-vincent-gunderson-front.jpg1941 USS Phoenix - Vincent Gunderson - Front2024-12-03T21:37:09+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2nd-army-area-championship-baseball-playoff-1949/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/1949-2nd-army-area-championship-baseball-playoff-program-page-10.jpg1949 2nd Army Area Championship Baseball Playoff Program - Page 102024-11-30T00:21:37+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1917-1918-57th-pioneer-infantry-regiment-uniform/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/20241010_145241.jpg20241010_145241https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/20241010_145106.jpg20241010_145106https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/charles-f-hart-in-bb-uniform.jpgCharles F Hart - In BB Uniformhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/20241010_145342.jpg20241010_145342https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/20241010_145331.jpg20241010_145331https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/20241010_145314.jpg20241010_145314https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/20241010_144907.jpg20241010_144907https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/20241010_144901.jpg20241010_144901https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/1918-57th-pir-cap.jpg1918 57th PIR caphttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/1918-57th-pir-back.jpg1918 57th PIR back2024-11-21T04:17:00+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/hb-no-9-leader/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/20220728_202856.jpg20220728_202856https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/20220728_202755.jpg20220728_202755https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/20220728_202759.jpg20220728_202759https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/image.pngimage2024-11-19T19:15:08+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/hb-no-14-safe-hit/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/ruth-2.pngruth-2https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/ruth-1.pngruth-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/chas-keller-2.pngchas-keller-2https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/chas-keller-1.pngchas-keller-12024-11-19T17:58:24+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/the-chevrons-and-diamonds-photo-collection/2024-11-19T02:51:52+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2024/11/06/bushnells-bomber/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/crisbecq-battery-after-capture-by-the-22nd-infantry.jpgCrisbecq Battery after Capture by the 22nd InfantryOne on the 210mm gun of the German Crisbecq Battery in Normandy, not far away from Utah Beach.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/bushnell-army-general-hospital.jpgU.S. Army, Bushnell General Hospital, Brigham City, UTU.S. Army, Bushnell General Hospital, Brigham City, UThttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/53721240756_c97c2c6f99_b.jpg53721240756_c97c2c6f99_b2024-11-05T18:03:51+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/10/10/world-series-champions-on-two-continents-the-1943-yankees/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/zeke-bonura-chisox.jpgZeke Bonura ChiSoxHenry "Zeke" Bonura during his time with the White Sox, in either 1934 or '35.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/na-ws-1943.jpgNorth African World Series, October 1943A view of the stands in Eugene Stadium, Algiers, during the first game of the North African World Series. The U.S. Army M.P.s played the "Yankees" and came our very much second best to the tune of 9-0." "Baseball Follows the Yanks - Even in North Africa the spirit of the World Series blooms. A game between U.S. Military Police and a service team of "Yankees." 2024-11-01T21:12:55+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/military-baseball-research-resources/2024-10-10T20:21:37+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/u-s-army-vs-canada-1918/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/birmingham_gazette_1918_06_07_4_game-advert.jpgBirmingham Gazette (Birmingham, West Midlands, England) · Fri,https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/birmingham_gazette_1918_06_10_1_game-photos.jpgBirmingham Gazette (Birmingham, West Midlands, England) · Mon,https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/53993448310_9aea593c91_b.jpg53993448310_9aea593c91_b2024-09-14T00:45:00+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/pre-war-baseball-scorecards/2024-09-14T00:32:16+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/turn-of-the-century-to-wwi-baseball-scorecards/2024-09-13T22:13:48+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1943-chicago-cubs-vs-camp-campbell-post/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/the_tennessean_1943_07_14_page_10-box-score.jpgThe_Tennessean_1943_07_14_Page_10 Box Score2024-09-11T00:34:27+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/02/06/dominating-their-league-and-our-collection-the-1944-norfolk-nts-bluejackets/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/team-photo-roster-e1580851103648.jpgTeam Photo - RosterThe 1944 Norfolk Naval Training Station Bluejackets.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20200120_130425.jpg1943-47 Reach William Harridge OAL Ball - Panel 2Beneath the Reach logo stamp is Tommy Byrne's lone signature.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20200120_130317.jpg1943-47 Reach William Harridge OAL Ball - Panel 3Showing signatures from the 1944 Norfolk NTS Bluejackets: George Meyer, "Red" McQuillen, Herb Schmiel, Johnny Rigney, "Hooks" Devaurs and Bill Deininger.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20200120_130305.jpg1943-47 Reach William Harridge OAL Ball -Panel 1Showing signatures from Eddie Robinson, Jeff Cross, Benny Huffman, Jack Conway and Henry "Hank" Schenz.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20200120_130229.jpg20200120_1302292024-08-22T14:53:20+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/hawaiian-islands/2024-07-09T20:27:31+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/the-players/2024-06-28T23:10:06+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/06/05/a-grand-war-story-leads-to-a-chance-at-a-career-in-baseball/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/donald-patrick-photo-verso-caption.jpgDonald Patrick Photo - Verso Captionhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/donald-patrick-york-white-roses.jpgDonald Patrick - York White Roses2024-06-28T15:34:21+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2024/06/04/paving-two-roads-ford-smith-the-game-and-the-army/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/53789439860_0fa123f0a4_b.jpg53789439860_0fa123f0a4_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/senator-happy-chandler-at-a-ballgame-1942-43.jpgKentucky Senator A. B. "Happy" Chandler at a Ballgame during theKentucky Senator, Albert B. "Happy" Chandler attends a ball game during his tour of military bases, joining GIs in the stands. 8x10 Gelatin silver print Official Photograph, U.S. Army Air Corps Chevrons and Diamonds Collectionhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/46892461955_8c8a694948_b.jpg46892461955_8c8a694948_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/the_tacoma_news_tribune_wed__dec_2__1942a_.jpgthe_tacoma_news_tribune_wed__dec_2__1942a_https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/53429265993_b39c17e7ca_b.jpg53429265993_b39c17e7ca_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/53427661019_7499546aac_b.jpg53427661019_7499546aac_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/53440875148_31f8a0087a_b-1.jpg53440875148_31f8a0087a_b-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/46892461955_8c8a694948_b.jpg46892461955_8c8a694948_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/bob-kohout-uscg-1944.jpgbob-kohout-uscg-1944https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/the_tacoma_news_tribune_fri__sep_4__1942_a.jpgthe_tacoma_news_tribune_fri__sep_4__1942_a2024-06-13T19:34:53+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/world-war-ii-ardmore-air-field-jersey/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ardmore-aaf-back.jpgardmore-aaf-backhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ardmore-aaf-tag.jpgardmore-aaf-taghttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ardmore-aaf-vents.jpgardmore-aaf-ventshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ardmore-aaf-armpit-vents.jpgardmore-aaf-armpit-ventshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ardmore-aaf-right-lettering.jpgardmore-aaf-right-letteringhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ardmore-aaf-lettering-stitching.jpgardmore-aaf-lettering-stitchinghttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ardmore-aaf-aaf-lettering.jpgardmore-aaf-aaf-letteringhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ardmore-aaf-left-15.jpgardmore-aaf-left-15https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ardmore-aaf-right-45.jpgardmore-aaf-right-452024-06-11T03:37:46+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2024/05/21/indelible-marks-of-stars-heroes-and-of-a-baseball-tragedy/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/img652.jpgimg652https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/53440875148_31f8a0087a_b.jpg53440875148_31f8a0087a_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/mike-budnick-1947-spring-training.jpgmike-budnick-1947-spring-traininghttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/hunk-anderson.jpgHunk Anderson2024-05-21T03:42:27+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1943-army-all-stars-vs-nas-pasco-fliers/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/the_tacoma_news_tribune_tue__jul_6__1943_.jpgthe_tacoma_news_tribune_tue__jul_6__1943_2024-05-21T02:04:43+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/01/23/more-than-seven-decades-in-the-game-from-north-beach-sandlots-to-the-coral-fields-of-guam-saipan-and-tinian/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/53659467733_27aa02d6a8_b.jpg53659467733_27aa02d6a8_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/28502536348_7895fc87a8_b.jpgRigney gets his watchThis photo of Johnny Rigney during a visit to the Chicago White Sox clubhouse at Comiskey Field shows significant editing to prepare it for press-half-toning. Most of the players would be following Johnny Rigney into the armed forces in the coming months. The original caption reads: "July 3, 1942 - Johnny Rigney, who until his induction into the Navy a short time ago, was a leading White Sox hurler, got a watch from his former teammates when he appeared at Comiskey Park last night with the Great Lakes naval training station team against Chanute Field. He may hurl against All-Stars at Cleveland Tuesday. He may hurl against All-Stars at Cleveland Tuesday. Left to right are Dario Lodigiani, Mule Haas, Ted Lyons, Rigney, Thornton Lee and Orval Grove." (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/49308526848_c3da4705cd_b.jpgWrench-turning DarioRecently added to our collection, this newsphoto of Corporal Dario Lodigiani was heavily retouched by a pre-press photo editor. The original caption reads: "September 18, 1943, Sacramento, California: Dario Lodigiani, former White Sox infielder, is now a corporal in the Army Air Force. He is a member of the crew of the Sacramento Air Service Command stationed at McClellan Field, California." (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/usaaf-7th-aaf-troop-ship-may-1944-e1578961861909.jpegUSAAF 7th AAF Troop Ship May 1944May 1944 - Aboard a troop ship bound for Pearl Harbor clockwise from tope left): Sgt. Walter Judnich (Browns), Cpl. Mike McCormick (Reds) and Staff Sgt. Joe DiMaggio (Yankees), Pfc. Gerald Priddy (Senators) and Sgt. Dario Lodigiani (White Sox) are soon to be a part of the formidable 7th Army Air Force team (ACME Newsphoto).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/48859255657_dfaea7bd0c_b-e1571192452593.jpg1943 All-Pacific Recreation Fund - Svc All-Stars vs Angels-Stars - Svc All Stars RosterAn all-star team of professionals who happen to be serving in the armed forces during World War II.2024-04-19T15:06:11+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/navy-vs-major-league-all-stars/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/the_honolulu_advertiser_thu__apr_20__1944_.jpgthe_honolulu_advertiser_thu__apr_20__1944_https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/2-e1520613423222.jpgNavy vs Major League All StarsThe un-scored page is nearly flawless for being more than 70 years old (source: eBay image).2024-04-17T21:20:12+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2024/02/09/fool-me-twice-the-unfortunate-return-of-fraudulent-wwii-army-baseballs-to-the-marketplace/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2-1.jpg2-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/3.jpg3https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/6.jpg6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1.jpg1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2.jpg2https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-show-oif-shows-vendor-selling-faked-military-baseballs.jpg2024-show-oif-shows-vendor-selling-faked-military-baseballshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/s-l1600-13.jpgs-l1600-13https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/s-l1600-1-2.jpgs-l1600-1-2https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/s-l1600-2-2.jpgs-l1600-2-2https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/westport_87_feb6_24_1.jpgwestport_87_feb6_24_12024-03-26T16:11:23+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/12/22/a-combat-and-baseball-story-uncovered-discovery-from-a-lone-name-on-a-photo/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/lf-e1608594250656.jpgRizal Stadium - Gehrig Homerun MarkerSurviving the Japanese occupation and the 1945 battle at the stadium, the marker still remains to commemorate the first home run hit by Lou Gehrig Press Photo).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/daily_news_tue__may_1__1945_eddie-waitkus-philippines.jpgDaily_News_Tue__May_1__1945_Eddie Waitkus PhilippinesA clipping from the May 1, 1945 New York Daily News, Shows Eddie Waitkus dressed in a t-shirt, fatigue trousers and combat boots at bat in the battered Rizal Stadium in Manila. Notes the pockmark-damage in the concrete along the first base grandstand face.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/50563237172_4e577990c9_b.jpgCombat Veteran Joe Batcha swings at a pitchFormer Jeddo Stars slugging catcher, Sergeant Joe Batcha swings at a pitch for the 145th Infantry Barracudas as they face Eddie Waitkus' 544th Engineer Boat & Shore Regiment. The caption slug on the reverse reads, "April 1, 1945 - Manila, Philippines: Having captured the ballpark (Rizal Stadium) during battle for Manila, troops of the 37th Division put on first game of organized baseball since re-capture of the city. Catcher Batcha, former Los Angeles diamond star, now with the 145th Infantry of the 37th Division, connects with a fast one. The 544th Engineers opposed the 145th in the game which featured many former ball stars now in service." (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/50529375447_b1f88ca2d1_b.jpgBougainville BaseballBaseball on Bougainville, July 1944. This photo of a game involving the XOV Corps Headquarters team illustrates the conditions that Batcha and the 145th's Barracudas faced. The 37th Division was one of two principle units of the XIV Corps during the Bougainville campaign (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection). https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/50460619692_53a319dc62_b.jpgRizal StandsPacked with servicemen, the grandstand at Rizal has had some rudimentary repairs to accommodate seating with slightly improved comfort. This photo was captured later in 1945 or early 1946 (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/50738721007_f3e309634c_b.jpgRizal StadiumThis snapshot of Rizal Stadium (ca. 1945-46) shows the home plate entrance of the ballpark with a Jeep parked in front (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/50737876453_671c7be191_b.jpgRizal Game ActionA soldier captured game action at Rizal Stadium from behind the screen. Though poorly exposed, this photo shows the large centerfield scoreboard that survived the battle at the ballpark (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).2025-11-23T22:15:51+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/11/30/aircraft-wrencher-turned-big-league-hurler/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/52021257385_d1e1b401a6_b-1.jpg52021257385_d1e1b401a6_b-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/image_editor_output_image1478314920-1639449245388.jpgimage_editor_output_image1478314920-1639449245388https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/2021-12-13_06-31-10.jpg2021-12-13_06-31-102024-02-14T23:21:40+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/07/10/update-these-ebay-pitch-men-are-tossing-spitballs-at-unsuspecting-collectors/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/111scammmer.jpgScammer BaseballPay particular attention to the timing of the sales. Go back as far as eBay's history will allow in order to discern the full extent of the fraudulent baseballs (eBay screenshot)2024-02-09T01:10:26+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2016/06/13/skimming-your-way-to-overpaying-for-militaria/2024-02-08T21:25:37+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/06/23/these-ebay-pitch-men-are-tossing-spitballs-at-unsuspecting-collectors/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/image-2.pnggiscootterjoe's miraculous supply"giscootterjoe" has been selling these balls for years. He sold four in the past 30 days for nearly $350.00. Business is booming! (eBay screenshot).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/6.jpgcadencemilitaria ballThe other "sweetspot" has a "US" marking? Or, is this a different ball? The double-strike stamping over the top of the simulated game-use wear is a nice touch (eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/5.jpgcadencemilitaria ballThe seller has applied bat marks and field scuffs quite nicely. However, not one manufacturer's mark is present on the ball which should cause prospective buyers to question the authenticity (eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/4-e1522110213288.jpgcadencemilitaria ballAs you can see, the seller "cadencemilitaria" took a different approach to forging military baseballs as he applied the "US" rubber stamp to the ball after simulating the game-use (eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/image-5.pngShellacked BaseballeBay seller giscootterjoe has quite the cottage enterprise in play. With three bids, it appears that he has a few fish on the hook. This ball bears not one single aspect that would lend credibility to the seller's assertions as a U.S. Army Special Services baseball. (eBay screenshot).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/11-e1522110246948.jpggiscootterjoe ballThe most ridiculous of the faux-WWII baseballs, this one made by the eBay scam-artist, "giscootterjoe." The U.S. is clear and crisp. Not one scuff or bat mark is visible on the ball and the dark brown dye is evenly applied (eBay image).2024-02-08T17:19:22+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/baseball-bats-for-the-armed-forces/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/handb-army-baseball-bats_sm.jpghandb-army-baseball-bats_smhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/handb-navy-baseball-bats_sm.jpghandb-navy-baseball-bats_sm2024-02-06T19:20:28+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/hq-cmd-gi-world-series-september-7-1945-reims-france/2024-02-06T04:12:47+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/game-5-service-world-series-september-28-1944/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/game-5-box-1.jpggame-5-box-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/game-5-box-2.jpggame-5-box-22024-01-11T01:31:03+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-servicemens-world-series-game-5-ticket/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1944-svc-world-series-game-5-ticket_sm-1.jpg1944-svc-world-series-game-5-ticket_sm-12024-01-11T01:19:00+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-servicemens-world-series-game-2-ticket/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1944-svc-world-series-game-2-ticket_sm.jpg1944-svc-world-series-game-2-ticket_sm2024-01-11T01:13:26+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/12/30/diamond-score-major-league-baseballs-first-service-relief-game/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/may-8-1942-navy-relief-game-at-ebbets-field-billy-herman.jpgmay-8-1942-navy-relief-game-at-ebbets-field-billy-hermanhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/joel-williams-brooklyn-army-air-forces-pilot.jpgJoel Williams - Brooklyn - Army Air Forces Pilothttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/50738001232_acb19eb9fa_b.jpg1942 May 8 - Navy Relief Game - Giants at DodgersOpening up to the scorecard's centerfold, the details of the game's progress feature fantastic and meticulous hand notations that align with the historic record of the game showing that this airman's attention was focused on the field (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/50737998267_c9f1080c44_b.jpg1942 May 8 - Navy Relief Game - Giants at Dodgers - CoverDespite some corner wear and a few nicks, the cover of this May 8, 1942 Navy Relief game between the Giants and Dodgers was a fantastic find (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/1942-may-8-navy-relief-game-inscribed.jpg1942 May 8 - Navy Relief Game - InscribedThe significance of the game was not lost on the scorecard's original owner as the twilight start time of the first service relief game was played in support of the Navy Relief Society. This note is inscribed on the top of the scorecard (Chevrons and Diamonds collection)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/1942-may-8-navy-relief-game-dodgers-score.jpg1942 May 8 - Navy Relief Game - Dodgers ScoreThe Dodgers struck back in the 3rd inning and never looked back though their opponents made a game of it, tallying six runs on Brooklyn's pitching. Dolph Camilli's 7th inning homerun proved to be the difference (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/1942-may-8-navy-relief-game-giants-score.jpg1942 May 8 - Navy Relief Game - Giants ScoreBeautifully and meticulously scored, this grid details the Giants' progress throughout the May 8, 1942 Navy Relief Game (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).2024-01-03T05:48:45+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/03/27/charles-red-ruffing-pitching-for-victory/2023-12-22T20:13:57+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2023/12/05/james-r-dick-ward-colonel-to-seaman-diamond-star-to-hero/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/welch-mia-32862_252823-00225.jpgwelch-mia-32862_252823-00225https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/december-31-1941-uss-oklahoma-muster-sheet-ward_32862_252823-00224-1.jpgdecember-31-1941-uss-oklahoma-muster-sheet-ward_32862_252823-00224-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/december-31-1941-uss-oklahoma-muster-sheet-ward_32862_252823-00224.jpgdecember-31-1941-uss-oklahoma-muster-sheet-ward_32862_252823-00224https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/the_honolulu_advertiser_wed__apr_8__1953_.jpgthe_honolulu_advertiser_wed__apr_8__1953_https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/capsized-oklahoma-1.jpgcapsized-oklahoma-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/minutes-into-the-battle-oklahoma-is-overturned.jpgminutes-into-the-battle-oklahoma-is-overturnedhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/enemy-has-departed.jpgenemy-has-departedhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/torpedo-hits-weevee-as-oklahoma-starts-to-roll.jpgtorpedo-hits-weevee-as-oklahoma-starts-to-rollhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/capsized-oklahoma.jpgcapsized-oklahomahttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/beginning-of-the-dec-7-attack.jpgbeginning-of-the-dec-7-attack2023-12-08T21:31:56+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/11/06/wwii-veterans-honored-on-the-diamond-ruptured-duck-patches-for-baseball-uniforms/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/image.pngLeahy UniformLike many returning World War II veterans, this sailor's uniform was adorned with a ruptured duck patch indicating that he had been discharged from active duty.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/version-2-reverse.jpgWhite-backed Version 2 reverseWhite-backed Version 2 reverse (source: US Militaria Forum).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/version-2.jpgWhite-backed Version 2White-backed Version 2 (source: US Militaria Forum).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/20170430_084542-1-e1509136415223.jpgCooperstown CollectionBeware that there are, on occasion, online action listings of these reproduction patches that have been separated from the collector card.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/image-1.pngimage-1Veteran Ballplayers. Three Chicago Cubs catchers, Aaron Robinson, Mickey Livingston and Paul Gillespie wearing their ruptured duck patches in 1945.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/image-21.pngimage-2https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/2017-06-27-11-20-48.png1946 Chicago Cubs2023-11-28T05:28:48+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/u-s-marine-corps-1925/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/1924-marines-grid.jpg1924-marines-gridhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/1924-marines.jpg1924-marines2023-11-25T00:22:49+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/game-7-navy-vs-army-all-stars-championship-series-october-1-1944/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/game-7-box-b.jpggame-7-box-bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/game-7-box-a.jpggame-7-box-ahttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/game-7-avn-1944.jpgScorecard - Game 7: Army vs Navy All Stars, 1944This view of the entire, single sheet, bi-fold scorecard provides an overview of all four pages.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/armynavychampionships1944-4.jpgArmyNavyChampionships1944 - 4Listed on the back page are the rosters for both teams. Though the Army squad possessed incredible talent, they were merely the 1944 7th AAF team but augmented with a few players from other Army teams. The Navy was overloaded with talent from top to bottom in addition to the sheer numbers advantage.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/armynavychampionships1944-3.jpgArmyNavyChampionships1944 - 3To the right of the fold is the second scoring grid.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/armynavychampionships1944-2.jpgArmyNavyChampionships1944 - 2Inside of the Game 7 Army vs Navy All Stars championship scorecard are two generic grids turned on edge leaving the task of filling in the lineups to the attendee.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/armynavychampionships1944.jpgArmyNavyChampionships1944Known as the Service World Series or simply as the Army vs Navy All Stars Championship Series, the scorecards from these games range from elaborate and intricate designs to utilitarian as this Game 7 edition.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/20180511_103502-1.jpg20180511_103502-1.jpg2023-11-02T17:44:19+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/game-6-service-world-series-september-30-1944/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/game-6-box.jpggame-6-box2023-10-31T22:00:46+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/game-4-central-pacific-area-service-league-navy-vs-army-all-stars-championship-series-september-25-1944/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/the_honolulu_advertiser_thu__sep_28__1944_a.jpgthe_honolulu_advertiser_thu__sep_28__1944_ahttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/the_honolulu_advertiser_thu__sep_28__1944_b.jpgthe_honolulu_advertiser_thu__sep_28__1944_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/the_honolulu_advertiser_thu__sep_28__1944_-1.jpgthe_honolulu_advertiser_thu__sep_28__1944_-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/the_honolulu_advertiser_thu__sep_28__1944_.jpgthe_honolulu_advertiser_thu__sep_28__1944_https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/1944-svc-ws-headshots.png1944-svc-ws-headshotsNavy and Army publicity photos of the former professional ballplayers serving and playing on Oahu in 1944 (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/s-l1600-3.jpgNavy vs Army All-Stars Program The Army All-Star roster is nearly identical to the rosters of the other games in the 11-game championship series (source: eBay image).2023-10-26T17:06:13+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/12/18/four-new-flannels-added-to-the-chevrons-and-diamonds-archive/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wf4-e1543447823515.jpgWiesbaden FlyersThe five-button-hole placket and soutache design is fairly standard with gray plastic, four hole and concave buttons Beneath the "B," the button hole is horizontal to allow the athletic felt lettering to be un-obscured.(source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/lewis-1-e1543436955593.jpgFort Lewis Wilson Road JerseyComplete with 2-color, three dimensional lettering, a sleeve patch, back numerals and a tasteful rayon soutache design makes this Wilson-made Fort Lewis mascot jersey a very aesthetically interesting piece. (source: eBay image).2023-10-24T21:13:29+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/05/16/billy-seal-jr-from-the-diamonds-of-the-south-to-the-battlefields-of-germany/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/earl-ghelf-and-billy-seal.jpgearl-ghelf-and-billy-sealhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/45225377015_385cba3c6b_b.jpg45225377015_385cba3c6b_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/billy-seal.jpgBilly SealA combat weary veteran. Former minor league infielder, Billy Seal, Jr. poses for his buddy and fellow minor leaguer, Earl Ghelf in a German village (author's collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/69th-id.jpg69th IDSomewhere in Germany, 1945: Member of the 69th ID squad pose for a photo during a game. Chicago White Sox infielder, Don Kolloway is seated closest to the camera (author's collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/g-company-271st-inf-regiment.jpgG-Company - 271st Inf RegimentG-Company, 271st Infantry Regiment/69th Infantry Division (image source: 69th-infantry-division.com).2023-10-24T21:11:17+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/chevrons-and-diamonds-baseball-collection/2023-10-22T18:08:02+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-spalding-official-national-league-new-london-uscg-academy-dolphins-baseball/2023-10-22T17:43:30+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-rawlings-official-league-bainbridge-commodores-baseball/2023-10-15T17:47:40+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/official-american-association-george-troutman-usn-stamped/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20220120_144939.jpg20220120_144939https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20220120_144837.jpg20220120_144837https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20220120_144744.jpg20220120_144744https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20220120_144714.jpg20220120_144714https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20220120_144819.jpg20220120_144819https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20220120_144629.jpg20220120_144629https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20220120_144853.jpg20220120_144853https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20220120_144654.jpg20220120_1446542023-10-14T21:34:42+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-rawlings-no-ro-professional-base-ball-fund/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/screenshot_20200528-161750_ebay.jpgscreenshot_20200528-161750_ebayhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/screenshot_20200528-161759_ebay.jpgscreenshot_20200528-161759_ebayhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/screenshot_20200528-161816_ebay.jpgscreenshot_20200528-161816_ebayhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/screenshot_20200528-161824_ebay.jpgscreenshot_20200528-161824_ebayhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/screenshot_20200528-161838_ebay.jpgscreenshot_20200528-161838_ebayhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/screenshot_20200528-161808_ebay.jpgscreenshot_20200528-161808_ebayhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/screenshot_20200528-161854_ebay.jpgscreenshot_20200528-161854_ebayhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/screenshot_20200528-161741_ebay.jpgscreenshot_20200528-161741_ebayhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/1945-rawlings-professional-base-ball-fund.jpg1945-rawlings-professional-base-ball-fund2023-10-14T21:33:34+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1942-worth-lannon-professional-base-ball-fund-baseball/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20220514_122102.jpg20220514_122102https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20220514_122224.jpg20220514_122224https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20220514_122321.jpg20220514_122321https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20220514_111354.jpg20220514_111354https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20220514_111406.jpg20220514_111406https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20220514_092334.jpg20220514_092334https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20220514_092437.jpg20220514_092437https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20220514_092248.jpg20220514_092248https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/1942-worth-pbbf.jpgLannom Manufacturing Company, Stratatex No. 912-C Professional BOriginal 1942 Lannom Manufacturing Company, Stratatex No. 912-C Professional Base Ball Fund "Worth" Baseball.2023-10-14T21:31:50+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-45-324th-infantry-regiment-44th-infantry-division/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52913168165_1a66dab8e8_b.jpg52913168165_1a66dab8e8_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52913168125_a47a927db9_b.jpg52913168125_a47a927db9_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52912782826_d0fe1d6815_b-1.jpg52912782826_d0fe1d6815_b-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52912220692_7cf4006a74_b-1.jpg52912220692_7cf4006a74_b-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52912220692_7cf4006a74_b.jpg52912220692_7cf4006a74_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52912952659_3c047d0d0a_b.jpg52912952659_3c047d0d0a_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52912782826_d0fe1d6815_b.jpg52912782826_d0fe1d6815_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52913253258_605cd925ba_b.jpg52913253258_605cd925ba_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52913185590_2512b96778_b.jpg52913185590_2512b96778_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/52912208542_70edc2b7c5_b.jpg52912208542_70edc2b7c5_b2023-10-12T15:24:16+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/10/24/photography-class-on-the-wire/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/48939076597_fc75ea5059_b.jpgPress Photo Back - CaptionThe back of this 1945 press photo (Joe Gordon arguing with umpire Vinnie Smith) from the Newspaper Enterprise Association (NEA) shows the typical arrangement of markings and the affixed paper caption.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/nts.jpgNorfolk NTS 1942 - Chapman, Feller, Hutchinson, ParkerAside from the faintly discernible wire transmission imperfections in this 1942 AP Wirephoto, a photo editor was heavy-handed with his art brush in creating a suitable base image for subsequent half-toning.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/nts-norfolk.pngNTS Norfolk N - WirephotoA close-up of the Norfolk Naval Training Station "N" on Fred Hutchinson's jersey shows the jagged lines in this 1942 AP Wirephoto.2023-09-26T21:41:12+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/independence-day-baseball-program/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/45898811934_acf526ca47_o.jpg4th of July Independence Day Program - Back CoverThe schedule of events for the 4th of July program including the two baseball games and a softball game for the celebration,.2023-09-02T18:38:00+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-6th-ferrying-group-vs-hollywood-stars/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/ruffing-with-charlie-root-and-abbot-and-costello-jinx-falkenburg.jpgruffing-with-charlie-root-and-abbot-and-costello-jinx-falkenburghttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/box-score-the_los_angeles_times_tue__jun_20__1944_.jpgbox-score-the_los_angeles_times_tue__jun_20__1944_2023-08-26T17:58:14+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/08/16/from-storekeeper-to-middle-infielder-the-dolphins-al-brancato/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/48333237921_63698d00b6_b.jpg48333237921_63698d00b6_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/newsletters.jpgnewslettershttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/52258297697_406d9622d9_b.jpg52258297697_406d9622d9_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/52259283103_39f27a12cc_b.jpg52259283103_39f27a12cc_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/52259282058_b8c94f1b95_b.jpg52259282058_b8c94f1b95_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/al-brancato-uss-boston-sk2c.jpgal-brancato-uss-boston-sk2c2023-08-11T22:11:29+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-servicemens-world-series-game-7-ticket/2023-08-08T22:24:33+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-servicemens-world-series-game-1-ticket/2023-08-08T22:13:03+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-honolulu-war-bond-game/2023-08-07T16:39:19+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/1944-honolulu-war-bond-game/2023-08-07T16:38:58+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/game-3-1944-service-world-series-schofield-barracks/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/game-3-box-1.jpggame-3-box-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/game-3-box.jpggame-3-box2023-07-31T22:19:58+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/baseball-assistance-through-bourbon/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/48379918641_a8391bf93f_o.jpg48379918641_a8391bf93f_o2023-07-29T01:55:05+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/v-e-day-1946-26th-inf-regt-vs-16th-inf-regt/2023-07-13T21:47:03+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/military-baseball-research-resources/diamond-weapons-military-baseball-bats/2023-07-12T01:15:30+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2023/06/28/laying-gene-beardens-uss-helena-story-to-rest/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/bearden-csc-cover.jpgbearden-csc-coverhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/mayport-section-base-blue-jackets-1-1.jpgmayport-section-base-blue-jackets-1-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/bearden_gene_6697181_us_navy_id_phoito.jpgbearden_gene_6697181_us_navy_id_phoitohttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/mayport-section-base-blue-jackets-2.jpgmayport-section-base-blue-jackets-2https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/mayport-section-base-blue-jackets-1.jpgmayport-section-base-blue-jackets-12023-06-29T16:21:48+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/gene-bearden/2023-06-29T16:07:39+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/the-williams-sportlight-hawaii-baseball-league-schedule-third-round/2023-06-27T19:34:57+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/the-williams-sportlight-hawaii-baseball-league-schedule-fourth-round/2023-06-27T19:33:10+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/10/09/sea-stores-and-tales-of-survival-1948-world-series-hero-gene-beardens-knuckling-narrative/2023-06-27T14:35:22+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/09/21/rainiers-ink-world-war-ii-veterans-converge-in-seattle/2023-05-23T17:40:14+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2023/05/02/barney-mccosky-from-naval-aviation-cadet-to-slugging-champion/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/the_honolulu_advertiser_wed__jul_19__1944_mccosky-cartoon-by-georgie-abrams-corrected.jpgthe_honolulu_advertiser_wed__jul_19__1944_mccosky-cartoon-by-georgie-abrams-corrected2023-05-02T18:43:41+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/10/09/factoring-when-and-when-not-to-buy-vintage-hale-america-health-patches-on-baseball-uniforms/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/image.pngNAS JaxThis close-up of the NAS Jacsonville team photograph shows the shield patch with the obscured rectangle over the top of the vertical stripes.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/health.pngHealth Patch - CubsDuring WWII, major and minor league teams wore the Hale - America HEALTH patch on their uniforms (Source: MLB).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/76507d_lg.jpegShield PatchThis stars and stripes shield patch seems to indicate that the amateur baseball team uniform that it is affixed to dates from WWII (source: Mears Auctions).2023-05-02T18:26:53+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/08/01/a-wartime-baseball-photograph-leads-to-incredible-baseball-and-combat-discoveries/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/buck-bailey-small.jpgBuck Bailey - NAS Whidbey IslandCliff "Lefty" Chambers played for legendary baseball coach, Arthur "Buck" Bailey. Bailey built Washington State College's baseball program into a powerhouse guiding the Cougars to two College World Series trips. He joined the Navy in 1943 and was assigned to duty at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cliff-lefty-chambers-photo-reverse-3-e1596305843706.jpgChambers Photo StampAs indicated by the stamp, this photo was no doubt captured and processed Army Air Forces photographer staff. It was more than likely given to Lefty Chambers by the photographer Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cliff-lefty-chambers-photo-reverse-2-e1596305678932.jpgIdentified PlayersLefty Chambers added the names of the three men pictured including their ranks. The last name listed was quite difficult to decipher Chevrons and Diamonds Collection. https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cliff-lefty-chambers-photo-reverse-1-e1596305549395.jpgPhoto addressed to BrennerChambers added the address to send the photo to Bill Brenner who was, by then, playing in the Los Angeles Angels organization Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cliff-lefty-chambers-photo-reverse-e1596305110207.jpgCliff Lefty Chambers - Lefty Note to BrennerCliff Chambers penned a note to his buddy and former batterymate, Bill Brenner on the reverse of the photo Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/chambers-wsu-yearbook_profile_photo-e1596303086785.jpgChambers WSU Yearbook_profile_photoCliff Chambers 1943, Washington State College.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/pampa-vs-faaf.jpgPampa vs FAAFIt is not known if Cadet William Brenner played while attending flight training at Pampa. This photo in our collection shows a game between Frederick Army Air Field team visiting Pampa Army Air Field, 7 July, 1945 (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/yearbook_profile_photo-e1596219218832.jpg1938 Yearbook_profile_photo- Bill BrennerBill Brenner, Olympia High School, Class of 1938.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/cliff-lefty-chambers-photo-edited.jpgCliff Lefty Chambers PhotoA recent Chevrons and Diamonds acquisition, this Cliff "Lefty" Chambers signed photo spurred our research into action. Taken in the spring of 1945 at Fort George Wright near Spokane, Washington, this photo shows three airmen standing before a baseball scoreboard (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/cliff-lefty-chambers-photo-reverse.jpgCliff Lefty Chambers Photo - ReverseThe reverse of the photo provides considerable information including the identities of the three men though the Sgt. Tony Saso's name as it is written, was a bit of a challenge to decipher (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).2023-12-22T23:12:39+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/08/07/from-the-pacific-to-cooperstown/2023-04-27T03:37:39+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/products-used-by-chevrons-and-diamonds/2023-04-26T16:19:38+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/10/02/service-all-stars-raising-funds-on-the-diamond-for-their-comrades-in-the-trenches/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/48781683736_1f5493649f_b-e1569448054138.jpg1944 All Pacific Recreation Fund GameLike so many wartime sports programs and scorebooks, this (All Pacific Recreation Fund) one, though simple, features Uncle Sam prominently situated on the globe.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/48781681376_e4a6a2e773_b-e1569448071661.jpg1944 All Pacific Recreation Fund Game - Svc All-StarsThe 1944 Service All Stars roster.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/48781319293_c9da0b1abf_b-e1569448145422.jpg1944 All Pacific Recreation Fund Game Svc All Stars PhotosMajor League talent anchored the Service All Stars.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/48781318468_6ef9517d94_b-e1569448241600.jpg1944 All Pacific Recreation Fund Game Art"That Extra Punch" shoes the mindset of our nation during WWII.2023-04-22T01:49:00+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/03/18/visual-traces-of-a-wartime-service-career/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/1949-washington-senators-ball-mickey-harris-stamp.jpg1949 Washington Senators Ball - Mickey Harris StampMickey Harris was traded to the Washington Senators in June of 1949 along with Sam Mele in exchange for Walt Masterson. This panel shows autographs from: Al Evans (C) Sherry Robertson (IF) Mark Christman (3B) Mickey Harris (P) Sam Mele (OF) Jake Early (C) Gil Coan (OF) (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/mickey-harris-windup-17-may-1945.jpgMickey Harris Windup - 17 May 1945Our most recent Mickey Harris photo discovery shows Mickey Harris in his Balboa Brewers uniform warming up in May 1945 (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/ma-measures-mickeys-uniform-for-alterations.jpgMa Measures Mickeys Uniform for Alterations"June 26, 1942, New York: Mickey Harris, Red Sox pitcher now serving with the Coast Artillery in Panama, arrives at his home in New York on 3-day furlough and his mother, with his father helping, arranges to fit the uniform he will wear at Cleveland on July 7, when he pitches for a service team in an all-star game." (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/1942-service-all-stars-in-service-uniforms.jpg1942 Service All Stars in Service UniformsThe 1942 Service All-Stars in posed in their service uniforms, left to right are: Front: Vincent Smith, Pittsburgh Pirates; Don Padgett, Brooklyn Dodgers; Ernest Andres, Louisville Colonels; Herman Fishman; Frank Pytlak, Boston Red Sox; Fred Shaffer, Louisville Colonels; Russell Meers, Milwaukee Brewers. Center: LCDR J. Russell Cook, Athletic Office - Great Lakes; Don Dunker; O.V. Mulkey; Cecil Travis, Washington Senators; Fred Hutchinson, Detroit Tigers; Sam Chapman, Philadelphia Athletics; Bob Feller, Clevaland Indians; George Earnshaw; Mickey Cochrane; Hank Gowdy, Cincinnati Reds (coach); Joe Grace, St. Louis Browns; Mickey Harris, Boston Red Sox; John Rigney, Chicago White Sox. Back: Ken Silvestri, New York Yankees; Pat Mullin, Detroit Tigers; Chester Hadjuk, Chicago White Sox; Johnny Sturm, New York Yankees; Sam Harshany, Toldeo Mud Hens; Johnny Lacadello, St. Louis Browns; John Grodzicki, St. Louis Cardinals; Benny McCoy, Philadelphia Athletics; Emmett Mueller, Philadelphia Phillies, Morris Arnovich, New York Giants. (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/mickey-harris-at-panama-1942.jpgMickey Harris at Panama 1942"March 2, 1942: Mickey Harris, former Boston Red Sox hurler now assigned to an anti-aircraft jungle outpost defending the Panama Canal is hard at work lining up the game of war while his former buddies warm up for another baseball season at Sarasota, Florida. Mickey and his new buddy, Austin Hawkhurst (left) of New York City, study a rifle, including the art of making it shine." (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection)2023-04-06T01:46:16+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2016/02/26/replicating-military-baseball-style/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/nfldays.jpgnfldaysMy original Los Angeles Rams football uniform kit was very similar to these, dating back to 1971.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/great-lakes-naval-station-1943-road-jersey.gifgreat-lakes-naval-station-1943-road-jersey1943 Great Lakes Naval Training Station, road gray (Ebbets Field Flannels image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/us-marine-corps-1943-road-jersey.gifus-marine-corps-1943-road-jersey1944 United States Marines, road gray (Ebbets Field Flannels image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/7th-army-air-force-1944-road-jersey.gif7th-army-air-force-1944-road-jersey1944 7th Army Air Forces road jersey (Ebbets Field Flannels image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/160_6848_large.jpgGreat_Lakes_home1943 Great Lakes Naval Training Station, home jersey (Ebbets Field Flannels image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/3rd-army-red-circlers-1945-home-jersey.gif3rd-army-red-circlers-1945-home-jersey1945 Third Army Red Circles jersey (Ebbets Field Flannels image).2023-03-24T17:35:53+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/2023-02-25T19:20:42+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/1945-3rd-fleet-vs-5th-fleet-pacific-tour/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/1945-3rd-fleet-vs-5th-fleet.jpg1945 3rd Fleet vs 5th FleetSometimes it is the most simple and ordinary pieces that stand out. A single sheet of 8-1/2 x 11" paper mimeographed with rosters and a rudimentary scorer's grid is all that has surfaced (so far) from this Pacific tour.2023-02-07T01:48:54+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-3rd-fleet-vs-5th-fleet-pacific-tour-scored/2023-02-07T01:46:49+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-fourteenth-naval-district-baseball-schedule/2023-02-07T00:11:28+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-fourteenth-naval-district-baseball-schedule-second-half/2023-02-07T00:09:41+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2023/02/01/camp-chaffee-flannel-arkansas-tanker-training-base-a-wwii-haven-of-army-baseball/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20220312_100505-1.jpg20220312_100505-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/chafee-back-1.jpgchafee-back-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20220310_083705-1.jpg20220310_083705-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20220310_083743.jpg20220310_083743https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20220310_145947.jpg20220310_145947https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20220310_111231.jpg20220310_111231https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/harry-land-174th-regiment-buffaloes.jpgharry-land-174th-regiment-buffaloeshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/174th-regiment-buffaloes.jpg174th-regiment-buffaloeshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/the_gruber_guidon_fri__aug_11__1944_spahn_reimann.jpgthe_gruber_guidon_fri__aug_11__1944_spahn_reimannhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/the_gruber_guidon_fri__aug_11__1944_spahned.jpgthe_gruber_guidon_fri__aug_11__1944_spahned2023-02-01T23:25:15+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/the-major-league-players/2023-01-26T22:02:32+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/07/18/always-prepared-landing-a-wwii-u-s-coast-guard-baseball-uniform/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/wwii-uscg-goldsmith-jersey.jpgWWII USCG GoldSmith Jerseyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/20190623_125045.jpg2019 Armed Forces Recognition Day - DisplayWith four Marine Corps uniforms/jerseys, this old sailor clearly needs to step up for his own branch of service. The Navy is clearly under represented.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/20190623_125126.jpg2019 Armed Forces Recognition Day - DisplayPerhaps the oldest flannel in the collection, this Bolling Field road grey jersey dates from 1939-1941.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/29921274330_688436cc3d_b.jpgSt. Augustine Coast Gaurd BaseballTwo Coast Guard players, Doyle Lade and Jimmie Cooper of St. Augustine Coast Guards discuss the game with an officer. Lade pitched in 12 professional seasons (5 with the Chicago Cubs).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/image-3.pngU.S.C.G. Flannel UniformWhen the buttons are fastened, the double line soutach on the placket conceals the curved termination of the outer line of trim (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/20190623_125115.jpg2019 Armed Forces Recognition Day - DisplayThe jerseys to the right of the Coast Guard are: Bolling Field (U.S.A.A.C), Goose Bay Air Base (USAF), 28th Supply Squadron (USAF) and the 8th Army, AFFE (Army Forces Far East).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/20190623_125111.jpgArmed Forces Recognition DayOur 2019 Armed Forces Recognition Day public showing of the Chevrons and Diamonds collectionhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/20190622_174042-1.jpgUSCG WWII JerseyThis lightweight cotton jersey, made by GoldSmith dates from 1941-1945.2022-12-30T02:27:06+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/about/about-chevronsanddiamonds/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/salisbury-game.jpgSalisbury Game2022-12-29T23:24:05+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/04/03/airman-red-ruffing-a-gi-pitcher/2022-12-20T19:03:43+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/08/26/deceptively-authentic-always-practice-due-diligence-before-buying/2022-12-12T17:35:49+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/12/08/threads-of-lefty-from-ace-farmhand-to-the-gi-world-series-part-i/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/lefty-powel-the_san_francisco_examiner_tue__may_30__1939.jpglefty-powel-the_san_francisco_examiner_tue__may_30__1939https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/lefty-powell-with-trainer_the_fresno_bee_the_republican_sun__mar_13__1938_.jpglefty-powell-with-trainer_the_fresno_bee_the_republican_sun__mar_13__1938_2022-12-08T23:09:45+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/lawrence-lefty-powell/2022-12-08T16:06:32+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/norfolk-naval-training-station/2022-12-05T03:50:36+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-36th-infantry-division-arrow-heads-german-made-flannel-uniform/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/33403387820_4f415c4cf8_b.jpg33403387820_4f415c4cf8_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/33403457010_a7ae4e92c6_b.jpg33403457010_a7ae4e92c6_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/315518842_5076857025749463_8099686179447133381_n.jpg315518842_5076857025749463_8099686179447133381_nhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/315531384_551601040127136_7829723962357700565_n.jpg315531384_551601040127136_7829723962357700565_n2022-12-04T23:15:39+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/cpa-service-league-aiea-naval-hospital-vs-7th-aaf/2022-11-14T23:11:44+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-u-s-c-g-championship/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/49036245826_b878a263bc_b.jpgCOTP's Gardner and Operating Base's Rickert"July 26, 1945. Their Teams will battle in anniversary game Two bitter baseball rivals, the Operating Base and Captain of the Port, will meet Saturday night, August 4, in commemoration of the Coast Guard's 155th anniversary as a fighting force. The game will be played in Sicks' Stadium and admission will be free. Two star pitchers will toil on the bill. Manager Marvin Rickert of the Operators nominated Bob Chesnes, unbeaten this year, to face Skipper Jack (Pop) Gardner's star southpaw, Lloyd Hillard, former Cleveland High School star. Both clubs have power-laden line-ups backing the two pitcher. Gardner, leading batsman for the Portmen, is hitting well over .450 while Rickert and Ray Orteig, third baseman, are equaling that torrid pace for the Operators. The Operators, champions pf the Service League, and the Portmen, top team in the city circuit, have met twice before this year, with each team winning one." (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection)2022-11-05T22:41:05+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/game-8-baseball-championship-series-friday-october-4-1944/2022-11-04T15:15:45+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/game-11-baseball-championship-series-sunday-october-15-1944/2022-11-04T15:14:13+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/game-9-baseball-championship-series-saturday-october-5-1944/2022-11-03T20:01:55+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/10/31/wartime-baseball-on-paper-servicemens-world-series-programs-and-scorecards/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/48654505738_71be06f24d_b-1.jpg48654505738_71be06f24d_b-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/48654533758_2ac3eb36f4_b.jpg48654533758_2ac3eb36f4_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/51517236728_742236f345_b-1.jpg51517236728_742236f345_b-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/51517236728_742236f345_b.jpg51517236728_742236f345_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/48654629663_b34130c17d_b.jpg48654629663_b34130c17d_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/48655145432_7554687800_b-1.jpg48655145432_7554687800_b-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/1965-series-programs.jpg1965-series-programshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/1944-service-world-series-first-seven-2.jpg1944-service-world-series-first-seven-2https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/game-7-box-2.jpggame-7-box-2https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/game-7-box-1.jpggame-7-box-12022-10-31T19:20:27+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/game-10-baseball-championship-series-friday-october-6-1944/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/hoolu.jpgHoolulu ScorecardNavy versus Army All Star Game Program. October 6, 1944, Hoolulu Park, Hilo, HI (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/21-e1520613391818.jpgProgram: Army vs Navy All StarsThe back cover of the scorecard shows some considerable discoloration that is probably due to exposure to liquids (source: eBay image).2022-10-27T23:37:05+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/07/03/international-baseball-day-down-under-victoria-plays-host-to-the-u-s-navy/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/download-e1593730377577.pngInternational Baseball Day advertisement poster, 1945 April 08In the Hall of Fame's archives, this International Baseball Day advertisement poster (with hand-inscribed score and year -1945) provided direction for our research (source: National Baseball Hall of Fame Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/50028197317_3653f255dd_b.jpgInternational Base Ball Day Program: U.S. Navy vs Victoria -The cover of the International Base Ball Match program held our attention with its artwork and multi-color printing (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/50028196842_d8563c48c0_b.jpgInternational Base Ball Day Program: U.S. Navy vs Victoria -(Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/50027935501_91bd468936_b.jpgInternational Base Ball Day Program: U.S. Navy vs Victoria -In the first two interior pages, the program outlines the reason for the event as well as the schedule for the day (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/50028197562_bcecb29764_b.jpgInternational Base Ball Day Program: U.S. Navy vs Victoria -The baseball rosters and a few simplified rules served to keep the 12,000 in attendance, informed (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/the_age_mon__apr_9__1945_.jpgThe_Age_Mon__Apr_9__1945_Victoria's third baseman, L. Straw swings at an offering from U.S. Navy pitcher, Pat Patterson (source: The Age, April 9, 1945)2022-10-20T01:46:04+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-u-s-navy-vs-victoria-melbourne-australia/2022-10-20T01:30:13+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/u-s-infantry-lions-vs-signal-giants-australia/2022-10-19T00:49:46+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/uso-national-league-stars-vs-base-30-manila-dodgers/2022-10-15T00:23:35+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/uso-national-league-stars-vs-base-30-manila-dodgers-game-3/2022-10-15T00:21:36+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/new-york-giants-vs-u-s-military-academy-1925/2022-10-12T21:38:59+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/uss-lexington-vs-seattle-indians-pcl-june-6-1932/2022-10-12T20:14:05+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/1930-battlefleet-group-tournament-uss-maryland-vs-uss-california/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/s-l1600-41-e1532044875202.jpgFront and Back Cover - USS Maryland vs USS CaliforniaOn the back cover near the spine, glue residue is present from when the paper was most-likely adhered to a scrapbook page eBay image)2022-10-12T20:11:30+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1945-kaneohe-klippers-klipper-day/2022-10-12T20:04:38+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-nas-kaneohe-klippers-vs-pearl-harbor-submarine-base-23rd-game/2022-10-12T19:40:54+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/1945-brooklyn-dodgers-vs-cherry-point-flyers-scorecard/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/s-l1600.jpgBrooklyn Dodgers vs Cherry Point Flyers Scorecardhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/s-l1600-1.jpgBrooklyn Dodgers vs Cherry Point Flyers Scorecardhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/s-l1600-2.jpgBrooklyn Dodgers vs Cherry Point Flyers Scorecardhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/s-l1600-3.jpgBrooklyn Dodgers vs Cherry Point Flyers Scorecard2022-10-07T18:49:29+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/1944-all-pacific-recreation-fund-service-all-stars-vs-los-angeles-hollywood/2022-10-07T18:46:08+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-gowan-field-pilots-vs-wendover-wings/2022-10-07T18:38:58+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wartime-scorecards-continental-united-states/6th-ferrying-group-vs-san-bernardino-all-stars/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/48143718497_209c75b77b_b.jpg6th Ferry Group vs San Bernardino All Stars BackA legend by the time World War II began, "Red" Ruffing enlisted into the Army Air Forces and was assigned to the 6th Ferrying Group and served on the unit ball team.2022-10-07T18:37:32+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wartime-scorecards-continental-united-states/1943-navy-pier-marines-vs-st-louis-browns/2022-10-07T18:15:17+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/major-league-all-stars-vs-cpa-army-all-stars/2022-10-06T23:03:19+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/usfet-gi-world-series-september-2-1945-soldiers-field-nuremberg/2022-10-02T20:39:00+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/air-force-general-depot-5-memorial-day-1945-all-star-classic/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/2018-05-24_09-24-45.jpgAir Force General Depot #5Showing all four pages of the Air Force General Depot #5 Memorial Day Classic All Star Game from the MAAF.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/stadio-collana.jpgStadio-CollanaStadio Arturo Collana is a football stadium, located in the Vomero area of the city. The stadium opened in 1925, originally under the name "Stadio XXVIII Ottobre."https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/af-general-depot-4.jpgAF General Depot - Message from Colonel WitheyA Memorial Day message from the commanding colonel regarding the significance of the holiday as the war was winding to a conclusion.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/af-general-depot-1.jpgAF General Depot Number Five CoverThe cover of the program for the Memorial Day All Star Classic at the AF General Depot Number Five, May 30, 1945.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/20180511_103202-1.jpgUSAAF General Depot #5 All Star Classic | Memorial Day 1945The rosters of the USAAF General Depot #5 All Star Classic | Memorial Day 1945 lack the names of known professional ball players as with my other scorecards. 2022-10-02T20:23:45+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/jack-dobratz-pitcher-outfielder/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/115th-inf-baseball-team-29th-div-champs-1945-edited.jpg115th-inf-baseball-team-29th-div-champs-1945This photo was inscribed by Dobratz, “29th Division Baseball Champs.” Seated (left to right) are: Eide, Biedenkapp, Kelley, Salem, Boyd, Lupi and Faletek. Standing: Dobratz, McGuinnis, McDowell, Germony, Miller, Blaylock, Murnahan and Scherzer (courtesy Jon and Dianne Dobratz). https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/jack-dobratz-with-part-of-hhc-1-115-inf_ed.jpgjack-dobratz-with-part-of-hhc-1-115-infThis photo was likely taken in England before D-Day and shows, front row (left to right): Pfc. William Butler (South Bend, IN); Platoon Sergeant, Tech Sgt. Butler (Maryland); Pfc. Chase Kidwell (Lexington, KY). Back row: Pfc. “Fritz” Bjorne (Portland, OR) and Pfc. Jack Dobratz (courtesy Jon and Dianne Dobratz). https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/sgt.-jack-dobratz-colorized-e1661922148481.jpgsgt.-jack-dobratz-colorizedSgt. Jack Dobratz poses in his dress uniform (courtesy Jon and Dianne Dobratz).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/sgt-jack-dobratz-with-fellow-soldiers-e1661921679481.jpgsgt-jack-dobratz-with-fellow-soldiersSgt. Jack Dobratz playing cards with his buddies (courtesy Jon and Dianne Dobratz).2022-09-29T23:23:38+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/manila-bears-vs-nichols-nelson-fields/2022-09-27T02:24:50+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/09/20/pitching-machinist-jack-ryan/2022-10-05T13:23:36+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/earl-dothager-pitcher/2022-09-07T21:13:41+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/joseph-davis-blalock-outfielder/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/joseph-davis-blalock-clemson-tigers-24.pngJoseph Davis Blalock Clemson Tigers #24https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/1939-clemson-football-team-blalock-is-24-on-back-row.png1939 Clemson Football Team - Blalock is 24 on Back RowJoe Blalock (#24, back row, second from right) with the 1939 Clemson Tigers (Clemson University photo).2022-09-07T21:11:36+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/kenneth-hess-infielder-outfielder/2022-09-02T15:12:12+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/earl-ghelf-pitcher/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/41396873924_914ce563e0_b.jpg41396873924_914ce563e0_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/earl-ghelf-and-29th-buddies.jpgearl-ghelf-and-29th-buddieshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/ghelf-as-an-insurance-salesman.jpgghelf-as-an-insurance-salesmanhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/41219801015_25dae2fcc2_o.jpg41219801015_25dae2fcc2_o"Big Earl on the mound."2022-09-02T15:02:16+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/herbert-biedenkapp-outfielder/2022-09-02T06:45:12+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/william-a-seal-jr-infielder/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/bill-seal-anniston-rams-southeastern-league-either-1946-or-1949.jpgbill-seal-anniston-rams-southeastern-league-either-1946-or-1949https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/bill-seal-baseball-1.jpgbill-seal-baseball-1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/bill-seal-middle-with-fellow-soldiers.jpgbill-seal-middle-with-fellow-soldiershttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/sgt-bill-seal-taking-bayonet.jpgsgt-bill-seal-taking-bayonet2022-09-02T06:44:16+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/george-f-ortega-sr-catcher-infielder/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/george-ortega-wedding-day.jpeggeorge-ortega-wedding-dayhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/ortega-with-his-wife-diega-and-in-laws-rafeal-and-rita-gonzalez1.jpgortega-with-his-wife-diega-and-in-laws-rafeal-and-rita-gonzalez1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/brackenridge-high-baseball-team-1929-a.jpgBrackenridge High Baseball Team 1929 a2022-09-02T06:37:15+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/robert-lansinger-pitcher-outfield/2022-09-02T06:35:16+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/don-kolloway-the-blue-island-bird-dog-infielder/2022-09-02T06:31:20+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wesley-lefty-howard-pitcher/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/shoeless-joe-jackson-with-brandon-braves-in-1947-howard-not-in-photo-but-on-the-team-e1661999485132.jpgShoeless Joe Jackson with Brandon Braves in 1947 - Howard not in photo but on the teamShoeless Joe Jackson with Lefty Howard's Brandon Braves teammates in 1947 (Shoeless Joe Jackson Museum and Baseball Library).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/brandon-mills-s.c.-textile-league-circa-1947-wes-lefty-howard-back-row-3rd-from-left.jpgbrandon-mills-s.c.-textile-league-circa-1947-wes-lefty-howard-back-row-3rd-from-left2022-09-02T00:20:40+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/lloyd-whitey-moore-pitcher/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/whitey-moore-st.-louis-cardinals-1942.jpgwhitey-moore-st.-louis-cardinals-1942https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/whitey-moore-left-with-reds-teammates-e1661907531686.jpgwhitey-moore-left-with-reds-teammateshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/lloyd-whitey-moore-headshot-bw.jpglloyd-whitey-moore-headshot-bw2022-09-02T00:09:36+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/08/02/a-homegrown-athletic-infielder-al-brancato/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/49540746653_47d01b10f4_b.jpg49540746653_47d01b10f4_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/52163991815_f8af546dd9_c.jpg52163991815_f8af546dd9_c2022-08-16T16:05:36+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/07/05/surplus-middle-infielder-pee-wee-reese-flies-high-in-the-navy/2022-08-15T18:54:57+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1941-usma-vs-usna/2022-07-17T01:21:58+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1944-usma-vs-usna/2022-07-17T01:20:02+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1946-usma-vs-usna/2022-07-17T01:19:29+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1955-usma-vs-usna/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/1955-army-navy-scorecard-2_sm.jpg1955 Army Navy Scorecard 2_Smhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/1955-army-navy-scorecard-1_sm.jpg1955 Army Navy Scorecard 1_Sm2022-07-17T01:17:37+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/08/14/service-academy-discoveries-major-league-baseballs-road-less-traveled-into-the-army-navy-rivalry/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/doyle1.jpgAdmiral Doyle's MedalsAdmiral Austin Foyle's medals are currently in the collection of a fellow militaria collecting colleague (image source: US Militaria Forum).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/feb-27-1918-nyt.jpgFEB 27 1918 NYTThe New York Times reported on February 27, 1918 that former NY Giants third baseman, Hans Lobert's new job managing the Cadets (source: New York Times)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/hans-lobert-1920-lucky-bag.jpgHans Lobert 1920 Lucky BagHans Lobert assumed command of the U.S. Military Academy West Point Cadets baseball club in 1918. Here, Lobert is suited up during his first season at the controls (image source: 1919 Howitzer).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/7189516007_4c1d47f0aa_o-e1532386732279.jpgLobert and ShultzHans Lobert, third baseman for the New York Giants and Joe Schultz, third baseman for the Brooklyn Dodgers (Robins) in 1915. The image was taken on April 15, 1915, the opening day at the Polo Grounds, New York City.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/army-at-navy-game.jpgArmy at Navy GameMay 31, 1919: United States Military Academy visiting Annapolis. The game did not go well for Hans Lobert's cadets who lost, 10-6 (image source: 1920 Howitzer).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/1919-army-vs-navy-scorecard-unscored.jpg1919 Army vs Navy Scorecard - unscoredhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/1919-army-vs-navy-scorecard-photos-and-rosters.jpg1919 Army vs Navy Scorecard - photos and rostersBoth squads of the 1919 Army/Navy game were filled with several incredible people from both military and baseball history.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/1919-army-vs-navy-scorecard-full.jpg1919 Army vs Navy Scorecard - full2022-07-16T21:20:29+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/1919-usma-vs-usna/2022-07-16T21:14:18+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/07/07/rizal-stadium-from-the-ashes-and-the-manila-dodgers/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/51314366302_3890bd4776_b.jpg51314366302_3890bd4776_b2022-07-08T15:59:09+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/normans-letter-uso-national-leaguers-visit-rizal-stadium/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/img635-1.jpgJanuary 5, 1946 - Letter from Norman in the PhilippinesThis typewritten letter from an unknown GI, named "Norman," describes the USO National League Stars' visit to Luzon to face the Manila Dodgers (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).2022-07-07T17:26:05+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/contact-me/2022-06-18T22:04:58+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/contact-me/donate-to-the-chevrons-and-diamonds-archive-allow-us-to-preserve-your-familys-artifacts/2022-06-18T22:01:09+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/06/05/serving-behind-the-scenes-rizzuto-shared-his-heart-for-the-game/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/48455809247_93fcbda8e1_b.jpg48455809247_93fcbda8e1_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/51849026895_ffb367d00a_b.jpg51849026895_ffb367d00a_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/50489126461_cc3e87e276_b.jpg50489126461_cc3e87e276_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/51966609232_3780aa06d8_b.jpg51966609232_3780aa06d8_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/scooter-and-moore.jpgScooter and MooreAnother vintage photograph in our collection. The original caption (affixed to the reverse) reads: "Phil Rizzuto, left, and Terry Moore, former Card captain and center fielder, are now part of the armed services. They got an opportunity to be present at the World Series and turned up in their uniforms to be given a hearty welcome by their teammates (Oct. 11, 1943)." (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/rizzuto-with-ballplayers-brisbane.jpgRizzuto with Ballplayers BrisbaneThe second of our vintage photos taken in Brisbane. Rizzuto is kneeling second from the right (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/rizzuto-with-ml-ballplayers-brisbane.jpgRizzuto with ML Ballplayers BrisbaneOne of our two vintage photos showing Rizzuto in Brisbane, Australia, summer 1944. Shown are: Back Row (L-R): Charlie Wagner, Don Padgett, Benny McCoy Front Row: Dom DiMaggio, Rocco English, Phil Rizzuto (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/sears-rizzuto-felderman.jpgSears Rizzuto FeldermanAt Furlong Field for the Service World Series in the fall of 1944. Left to right are: Ken Sears, Joe Rose, Phil Rizzuto, Marv Felderman. (Mark Southerland Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/1943-norfolk-nts-e1591389484911.jpg1943 Norfolk NTSThe first Norfolk NTS artifact in the Chevrons and Diamonds collection: this 1943 Norfolk Bluejackets team photo featured many major leaguers including Fred Hutchinson (back row, 6th from right), Dom DiMaggio (front row, 2nd from left) and (front row, 2nd from right) Rizzuto (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection.2022-06-10T19:08:24+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/baseballs/2022-05-25T23:29:32+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/01/04/vintage-leather-catching-a-rawlings-mickey-owen-signature-mitt/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/49570989958_80fd87467c_b.jpg49570989958_80fd87467c_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/49513424472_ce869dfc83_b.jpg49513424472_ce869dfc83_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/52037196774_a947cc18da_b.jpg52037196774_a947cc18da_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/20191228_091228.jpgRawlings Model "MO" Mickey Owen MittNow cleaned and conditioned, this U.S.-stamped Rawlings Model "MO" Mickey Owen Mitt is in excellent, though used condition.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/20191228_090937-e1578088904664.jpgRawlings Model "MO" Mickey Owen MittThis U.S.-marked Mickey Owen signature model catchers mitt by Rawlings dates from the early 1940s and displays well along with my signed photo of the former Cardinals and Dodgers player (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/1938-and-41-rawlings-catalog-listing.jpg1938 and 41 Rawlings Catalog ListingMickey Owen's first signature model catcher's mitt was a professional model as seen in this page of the 1938 Rawlings catalog (source: KeyManCollectibles.com).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/1943-rawlings-catalog-listing.jpg1943 Rawlings Catalog ListingThe first year of the Rawlings model "MO," Mickey Owen signature catcher's mitt as shown in the maker's 1943 catalog (source: KeyManCollectibles.com).2022-05-15T18:38:27+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/caring-for-history-artifact-preservation/2022-05-03T17:53:50+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/04/26/bat-and-ball-fund-bat-a-very-rare-babe-ruth-model-bat/2024-06-09T17:52:39+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/the-major-league-players/red-ruffing-an-airmans-ace/2022-04-22T16:51:07+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/10/02/a-sinking-news-story-world-series-hero-gene-bearden-a-sub-chaser-and-the-loss-of-the-uss-helena/2022-04-14T16:04:55+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/military-baseball-research-resources/fund-raising-games-baseball-finances-the-war-effort/2022-04-13T22:51:39+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/10/16/healing-battle-scars-double-ott-rejuvenation/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/mell-ott-1944-uso-tour.jpgMell Ott 1944 USO Tour2022-04-13T17:52:49+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/04/12/playing-for-victory-war-bond-baseball-in-hawaii/2022-04-13T17:07:17+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/03/29/dizzy-dean-settles-score-with-lt-ted-lyons-in-iowa/2022-03-29T17:05:33+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/07/24/breaking-the-color-barrier-in-the-ranks-and-on-the-diamond/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/day-leon-5061-95-pd.jpgDay Leon 5061.95 PD(image source: National Baseball Hall of Fame)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/leon-ball-e1531858814410.jpgLeon BallThis PSA-authenticated signature of Leon Day is on an Official American League baseball with the Bobby Brown stamp. Since Day passed in 1995, this ball was signed, in my estimation, sometime in the early 1990s coinciding with the baseball memorabilia boom at that time.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/sstp-2.pngSam Jones - Chicago CubsSam Jones was with the Chicago Cubs for two seasons in the mid-1950s. In 1955, his first season with the team, he became the first African American to pitch a no-hitter when he blanked the Pittsburgh Pirates, 4-0 on May 12, 1955 (image source: nonohitters.com).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/sstp-3.pngSam Jones RochesterShowing Sam "Toothpick" jones during his 1949 season with the Rochester Royals of the Southern Minnesota League (image source: Western Canada Baseball/attheplate.com:).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/ss-tp-jones.pngSad Sam/Toothpick JonesA close-up of the tall, lean ball player only seems to confirm the suspicion that he is "Toothpick" Jones.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/sad-sam.jpgSad Sam JonesWhen I acquired this nondescript snapshot of WWII African American servicemen ballplayers, I was excited just to have it in my collection. After learning that the image possibly depicted the first black pitcher to toss a no hitter in the major leagues, my excitement only increased.2022-02-10T21:54:36+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/03/01/navy-slugger-army-lumber/2022-02-10T19:59:47+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2022/02/01/vintage-lumber-academics-pro-model-bats-from-annapolis/2022-02-01T17:59:42+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/10/25/scoring-the-1945-navy-all-star-championship-series/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/40049894144_e77b15940f_o.jpgPesky Collection - AL vs NL All StarsImages of the AL- NL Navy All Star Championship Series at Furlong Field (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/40049877994_cea18b2a4d_o.jpgPesky Collection - AL vs NL All StarsImages of the AL- NL Navy All Star Championship Series at Furlong Field (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/26889156498_99759975db_o.jpgPesky Collection - AL vs NL All StarsImages of the AL- NL Navy All Star Championship Series at Furlong Field (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/asg3.jpgASG3https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/asg2.jpgASG2https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/asg1.jpgASG12021-12-23T23:06:24+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/07/31/a-hall-of-fame-softball-greeting/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/image_editor_output_image-2085138075-1639385806234.jpgimage_editor_output_image-2085138075-1639385806234https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/image_editor_output_image1589554238-1639385776829.jpgimage_editor_output_image1589554238-1639385776829https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/2021-12-13_12-49-20.jpg2021-12-13_12-49-202021-12-13T08:57:29+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/12/07/lucky-phoenix-pearl-harbor-survivor/2021-12-07T19:24:47+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/11/14/card-series-1944-service-world-series-game-6-scorecard/2021-11-14T05:07:25+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/11/06/catching-record-wwii-veteran-lt-billy-sullivan-jr/2025-12-29T02:50:55+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/08/28/spot-a-20-researching-a-wartime-flannel/2021-09-05T03:13:52+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/08/21/market-observations-sports-militaria-trends/2021-08-22T19:27:02+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/09/26/yankees-cardinals-and-blacksheep-the-1943-world-series-and-the-unusual-trade/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/50248122877_314f9f1016_b.jpg127-gr-11-74-68316_001-acThese Leatherneck fighter pilots in the South Pacific hope to catch more Japanese airmen off base. The baseball motif was inspired by 20 caps sent Major Gregory Boyington's squadron by the St. Louis Cardinals. The ball caps were worn traditionally by Marine pilots when not actually flying. Left to right: On a Corsair fighter wing, 1st Lieutenant Robert W. McClurg, 3 Zeros; 1st Lieutenant Paul A. Mullen, 3 Zeros; 1st Lieutenant Edwin L. Olander, 3 Zeros, December 4, 1943 (Defense Dept. Photo/National Archives).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/charlie-keller-sept-9-1944.jpgCharlie Keller Sept 9 1944Ensign Charley Keller as a junior assistant purser-pharmacist's mate at the U.S. Maritime Service Training Station at Sheepshead Bay, September 9 1944 (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/mag-gregory-boyington-1943-vella-lavella-e1600975276283.jpgMaj Gregory Boyington 1943 Vella LavellaMajor Gregory Boyington, commanding officer of a Marine fighter squadron called "Boyington's Blacksheep," which in only two tours of duty has knocked down 61 planes. The first six, he downed as a Flying Tiger. The major left Marine Aviation to fly with the American Volunteer Group August 29, 1941. He returned to the Marines in July, 1942, when he shot down the remaining eighteen planes, all Zeros. Twenty-four dead Japanese pilots are credited to him (Defense Dept. Photo/National Archives).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/127-gr-11-74-68323_001-ac.jpg127-gr-11-74-68323_001-acDecember 4, 1943, Vella Lavella: Downing a Jap Zero for every baseball cap sent them by members of the St. Louis Cars, was an offer made by Major Gregory Boyington's Marine Fighter Squadron. Here are 20 member of the original squadron wearing them. They have more than kept their part of the bargain; a total of 48 Japanese plane have been downed by the pilots shown here, most of them since they made the offer (USMC Photo/National Archives).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/enos-slaughter-san-antonio-1943.jpgEnos Slaughter San Antonio 1943"Enos Slaughter, clutch hitter with San Antonio Air Cadet Center of Service Men's League - San Antonio, Texas. Ex-Card star in slump, but drives in runs in the clutch...will also hit in clutch when he goes after Japs, Wops and Hitler's HEELS." - original 1943 caption (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/johnny-beazley-oct-28-1942.jpgJohnny Beazley Oct 28 1942Having pitched his Cardinals into a World Series Championship, Johnny Beazley requests entrance into the Navy as a physical fitness instructor. Not winning acceptance into the program, Beazley joined the Army Air Forces (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/spud-chandler.jpgSpud ChandlerSpurgeon "Spud" Chandler, Yankees pitcher from 1937-1947 and was classified 1–AL (due to a permanent arm injury, which meant he would not see combat if he served. The army ended up not accepting Chandler into the service (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/tommy-henrich-sept-2-1942.jpgTommy Henrich Sept 2 1942Tommy Henrich, New York Yankee outfielder, is greeted by Chief Boatswain's Mate Hugh M. Brown as he reports for duty at the Buffalo (NY) Coast Guard base. Henrich will be assigned to the service's physical fitness program, September 2, 1942 (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/buddy-hassett-10-5-1943.jpgBuddy Hassett 10-5-1943LT(jg) John "Buddy" Hassett in New York City, October 5, 1944 (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/bill-hipple-tacoma-times-reporter-november-1934.jpgBill Hipple - Tacoma Times Reporter November 1934Bill Hipple in Tacoma, Washington, 1934. Associated Press war correspondent Hipple began his career as a reporter with the Tacoma Times, (image source: Tacoma Public Library).2021-11-11T18:47:47+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/chief-athletic-specialist-harold-pee-wee-reese/2021-08-09T22:45:28+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/minor-leaguers-semi-professionals-and-amateurs/2021-07-26T18:54:13+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/it-was-nice-to-meet-you/2021-07-18T03:39:23+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/07/10/bluejacket-ink-professional-base-ball-fund-signatures/2021-07-09T21:38:47+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/03/21/no-amount-of-winning-could-ever-offset-a-harsh-loss-for-mickey-cochrane/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/lt-gordon-mickey-cochrane.jpgLT Gordon Mickey CochraneLT Gordon "Mickey" Cochrane, though sharp in his service dress blues, appears out of place behind a desk as he builds his Great Lakes NTS Bluejackets roster (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/gordon-cochrane-jr-ed.jpgGordon Stanley Cochrane Jr.Gordon Cochrane Jr. leaps to make a catch at Tigers spring training in Lakeland, Florida -March of 1936. The glove was given to him by another Detroit legend (and WWII Army Air Forces veteran) Hank Greenberg (image source: DetroitAthletic.com).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/mickey-cochrane-joins-1942-edited.jpgMickey Cochrane Joins 1942At Great Lakes, Illinois, after reporting for duty, Mickey Cochrane (right), former manager of the Detroit Tigers and now a lieutenant in the Naval Reserve, looks over a uniform shirt for the Great Lakes Training Station ball team with Benny McCoy, formerly of the Athletics, and Lieutenant Commander J. E. Cook (left), station athletic officer.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/2018-12-07_11-28-58.jpgTwo Athletic TIgersHall of Fame center-fielder, Ty Cobb joins his fellow (former) Athletics teammate on the bench.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/2018-12-07_11-29-05.jpgCronin and CochraneBoston Red Sox manager Joe Cronin meets with his former American League foe, Great Lakes Bluejackets manager Mickey Cochrane and the president of minor league baseball's Central Leagues. T. J. Halligan before a game between the two squads.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/sox-vs-bluejackets-1.pngSox vs BluejacketsVirgil Trucks surrendered just one run on two hits to the Red Sox while whiffing 12 of Boston's batters.2021-07-07T14:36:44+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2016/05/09/the-one-constant-through-all-the-years-has-been-baseball/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/2021-06-05_11-34-57.jpg2021-06-05_11-34-57.jpghttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/2021-06-05_11-34-32.jpg2021-06-05_11-34-32.jpg2021-06-06T06:46:50+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/05/11/batting-around-special-services-u-s-army-equipment-drives-the-military-baseball-market/2021-05-10T22:14:42+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/04/17/more-than-just-a-game/2022-06-23T17:17:02+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/04/10/hero-among-us-just-an-ordinary-joe/2021-04-10T17:54:03+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/08/09/a-darker-side-context-matters-when-viewing-history-even-with-baseball-militaria/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/50177897848_c82d80685e_b.jpgConsoli Envelope - CoverWe acquired this envelope due to the connection to the Navy Athletic Instructor school, baseball history and for the artwork. The artwork on the reverse side is an element of history that we had to carefully consider prior to making this purchase (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/50178435221_e3c7aa911a_b.jpgConsoli Envelope - Anti-Tojo ArtAs offensive as this anti-Hideki Tojo art is to view, it demonstrates the proliferation of propaganda and anger (directed towards Japan) that lingered as the war progressed (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/yearbook_profile_photo.jpgMarino Joseph Consoli - YearbookMarino Joseph Consoli was a three-sport varsity letterman and captained the soccer and baseball teams in high school. He earned National Honor Society honors with his commitment to academics source: Ancestry.com).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/tunney.jpgLCDR Gene TunneyGene Tunney, "The Fighting Marine" during WWI, received a commission to join the Navy in order to build a physical fitness program for the Navy and Marine Corps. The Navy Athletics Specialist rating was created as a result Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/48096_555700_c-00305.jpgConsoli American Baseball Bureau FormConfusion set in while researching Marino "Joe" Consoli, especially when we located his American Baseball Bureau form from 1946. The use of his brothers first name and birthdate, though off by one day, was an odd discovery source: Ancestry.com).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/44033_05_00090-00617-e1596908150422.jpgDraft Card - Marino Joseph ConsoliFor his draft card, the date of birth shows July 17, 1919 and lists his mother, Victoria along with the place of birth at Stony Creek Mills source: Ancestry.com)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/41226_2421401757_0360-00453-e1596908113793.jpgConsoli's Compensation Application FormNote Consoli's name and date of birth on his State of Pennsylvania Application for WWII Compensation form (source: Ancestry.com).2021-04-06T18:13:29+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/09/26/metal-championship-two-7th-army-victors-of-the-29th-division/2021-03-23T17:49:06+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/01/22/southern-region-service-baseball-dominated-by-former-pros-mulcahy-and-gee/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/48022362621_4f1473d6c6_b.jpgJoe Gee - Fort OglethorpeStaff Sergeant Joe Gee is posed near bleachers, quite possibly on post at Fort Oglethorpe (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/48022340546_e27b72d4dc_b.jpgOglethorpe - Joe GeeWith two remaining to be identified, Fort Oglethorpe manager and outfielder, Staff Sergeant Joe Gee in is flannels (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/50552341278_bf980ff510_b.jpgGee Whiz! - Joe Gee and Hugh MulcahyThe photo that led to identifying Joe Gee in our other Fort Oglethorpe baseball photos was a great addition to our library. The caption slug on the reverse reads: "August 27, 1943: Hugh Mulcahy (right), former pitcher with the Phillies, now a sergeant in the Army, calls the turn with Joe Gee (left), formerly with the Cincinnati Reds, now a staff sergeant in the Army. Tossing the coin is 1st Lt. Marvin E. Holmes, Special Services Officer of Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia. The scene, "Somewhere in Tennessee," just before the game between the Second Army team, managed by Mulcahy, and the Ft. Oglethorpe team, managed by Gee. Gee won the toss and the game....Gee Whiz...!" (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection)2021-03-22T12:45:15+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/06/18/following-the-horrors-of-battle-in-the-pacific-baseball-was-a-welcomed-respite/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/42120475604_cbc8b65a6f_b.jpgSouth Pacific Field Day - March 1945How I missed the obvious is beyond me. There on the sign, "20th Field Day" which refers to the 20th Infantry Regiment is very discernible in this and four other photos. The Field Day was held on Friday, March 23rd and the victors were due to receive "Big Prizes" such as "7 Cases of Beer." Imagine how enjoyable that would be just weeks after fighting across "Purple Heart Valley" on Luzon.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/39840317365_bf8f0237cd_b.jpgUS Army Baseball game in the Philippines during WWII - 4/29/1945US Army Baseball game in the Philippines during WWII. Inscription reads: "4/29/1945. Our game against that hot team - beat them (a double-header - 5-4 - 3-0)/ Lot of dough on that game."https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/ng-and-pi-army-units.jpgNG and PI Army UnitsIn searching for as to which unit these ball players might be from, I researched those that served in both New Guinea and in the Philippines. The insignia for those units are (left to right): 6th, 24th, 31st, 32nd, 33rd, 38th, 41st, 43rd and 93rd Infantry and the 1st Cavalry Divisions2021-03-16T16:15:17+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2021/02/04/maintenance-stop-caring-for-75-year-old-fielding-leather/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/20210111_141439.jpgElmer Riddle "DW" U.S.N. Glove - FrontThe stamps are difficult to discern and the combined effect of the dirt and drying leaves the glove with a mottled appearance (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/20210116_100231.jpgElmer Riddle "DW" U.S.N. Glove - Refreshed FrontAfter cleaning, this glove is ready for (display) duty (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/20210111_141434-e1612218212244.jpgElmer Riddle "DW" U.S.N. Glove - BackBefore the initial cleaning, this GoldSmith Elmer Riddle model shows signs of being very dry and moderate soiling. Our cleaning and conditioning process will reinvigorate the leather after nearly eight decades of aging (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/20210111_141905.jpgElmer Riddle Service GlovesThe service branch stamps are visible on the wrist straps of all three Elmer Riddle model gloves (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).2021-02-07T18:54:33+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/04/30/seeing-stars-through-the-clouds-1943-44-navy-team-autographed-baseball/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/screenshot_2018-02-23-22-31-59-1.png1943 Spalding Ford C Frick National League Ball(image source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/screenshot_2018-02-23-22-31-09-1.png1943 Spalding Ford C Frick National League Ball(image source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/screenshot_2018-02-23-22-31-20-1.png1943 Spalding Ford C Frick National League Ball(image source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/screenshot_2018-02-23-22-31-40-1.png1943 Spalding Ford C Frick National League BallPanel 3 (image source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/screenshot_2018-02-23-22-31-30-1.png1943 Spalding Ford C Frick National League BallThe two stars flanking "Official" denote that this ball dates from 1943 (image source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/screenshot_2018-02-23-22-31-49-1.png1943 Spalding Ford C Frick National League BallThe prominent Spalding logo. with Jim Gleeson's signature easily discernible (image source: eBay image).2021-01-23T20:04:02+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-marine-corps-uniforms-and-jerseys/1943-44-road-gray-marines-jersey/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/39708328255_2d3fc334d3_b.jpg1943-1944 U.S. Marines Jerseyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/25732835777_fd09390bd7_b.jpg1943-1944 U.S. Marines Jersey1943-1944 U.S. Marines Jersey (with trousers) is the most common of the WWII Marines baseball uniforms. 2021-01-04T20:48:39+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/about/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/1983_2_38_m1_2012.jpgOtto Boetticher LithoUnion soldiers play baseball while confined at Salisbury Prison in North Carolina where Captain Otto Boetticher (of the 68th NY Regiment) was held as a prisoner of war in 1862. This print was created in 1863 showing great detail of the game and surrounding camp (source: Reynold House Museum of American Art).2020-12-23T15:53:51+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/10/31/game-used-lumber-wartime-service-adds-meaning-for-collectors/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/20200707_170923.jpgH&B 60S Stan Musial Signature Bat - U.S.N.The top of the center brand is as crisp as the bottom. The H&B line received a black-foil stamp rather than a burned-in brand (as with the higher-end product lines). Typical examples from this show excessive loss of the black foil (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/20200707_170955.jpgH&B 60S Stan Musial Signature Bat - U.S.N.The H&B center brand is in near-pristine condition as is the bat's original finish from this point, upward toward the handle. Note the Hillerich & Bradsby "60S" catalog number (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/20200707_171042.jpgH&B 60S Stan Musial Signature Bat - U.S.N.It is evident that someone removed much of the bat's finish with sanding residue accumulated in the signature and U.S.N. brandings (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/20200707_171100.jpgH&B 60S Stan Musial Signature Bat - U.S.N.Slightly longer than many of the standard H&B models (typically 34"), this U.S.N. stamped Musial signature bat is 35-inches (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).2020-10-31T15:31:13+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/04/09/hard-to-find-military-sticks-double-x-joins-my-world-war-ii-baseball-lumber-pile/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/20190328_181554-1.jpgU.S. Stamped WWII Jimmie Foxx H&B Model 14 BatThough not easily visible in the image, the wood in the center brand of the Foxx bat is worn which seems to indicate sanding or heavy wear.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/20190328_181544-2.jpgU.S. Stamped WWII Jimmie Foxx H&B Model 14 BatThe "U.S." stamp is either faintly stamped or worn. Rather than having a branch-specific or the "Special Services" stamp, this Foxx model us simply marked "U.S." (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).2025-09-03T16:19:46+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/09/20/his-best-baseball-seasons-while-serving-bobby-hornigs-unrealized-potential-as-a-pro/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/spokane_chronicle_sat__jun_26__1943_.jpgSpokane_Chronicle_Sat__Jun_26__1943_Bobby Hornig was spotlighted in the June 26, 1943 edition of the Spokane Chronicle (clipping, Newspapers.com)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/1941-rainiers.jpg1941 RainiersIn addition to NAS Seattle/Pasco's Edo Vanni, the 1941 Seattle Rainiers squad had several players who served during the War. Shown are Front Row: Al Niemic, Ned Stickle, Edo Vanni, Jo-Jo White, Bill Skiff (manger), Taylor, Lynn King, Dick Barrett, Spence Harris Middle Row: Richards (trainier), Charles Fallon, Hal Turpin, George Farrell, Earl Averill, Les Scarsella, Ed Cole, Lloyd Brown, Bill Matheson Back Row: Paul Gregory, Boze Berger, Costello, Dewey Soriano, Bill Lawrence, Les Webber, Bob Collins, Ira Scribner, Syl Johnson Bat Boy: Jimmy Arcorace (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/bobby-hornig-august-3-1942.jpgBobby Hornig - August 3 1942Bobby Hornig, formerly of the Tacoma Tigers, Spokane Hawks/Indians and Salem Senators of the Western International League, August 3, 1942 (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).2020-09-20T23:02:56+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/04/23/my-accidental-discovery-a-military-baseball-holy-grail-of-sorts/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/joe-and-ted.jpgJoe and TedJoe DiMaggio and Ted Williams during their incredible, record-setting 1941 Season (image source: National Baseball Hall of Fame).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/jd7thaaf_watermarked.jpgJD7thAAF_watermarkedJoe DiMaggio in June of 1944 poses during a break in the action at Honolulu Stadium for Hawaiian Photographer, Tai Sing Loo (author's collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/santa_ana1943.jpgsanta_ana1943DiMaggio (front row, 2nd from right) with his 1943 Santa Ana Air Force team (image source: Baseballinwartime.com).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/dimmagio_7th2.jpg1944 Hickam Field - 7th AAF Baseball TeamShowing the 7th AAF at Hickam's Furlong Field (image source: Baseballinwartime.com).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/20100910_newsdimaggio2.jpg20100910_newsdimaggio2Sgt. DiMaggio and Petty Officer Reese sign baseballs for Vice Admiral Ghormley and Brigadier General Flood ahead of one of the 1944 Central Pacific Area Championship Series games (image source: Honolulu Star Adviser).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/dimaggio_joe_service_baseball_ft_lawton_seattle.jpegdimaggio_joe_service_baseball_Ft_Lawton_SeattleSgt. DiMaggio poses before batting in a 1944 game at Seattle's Fort Lawton base. Joltin' Joe was in Seattle awaiting transport to Hawaii on his way to his 7th AAF assignment (image source: Seattle Times).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/honoluly-stadium-ca-1960s-scotty-moor-dot-net.jpgHonoluly Stadium ca 1960s - Scotty Moor dot netDrier Manor was located across Isenberg Street (which runs along the bottom edge of this photo) on the right, inside of the left field foul line (image source: scottymoore.net).2023-06-28T21:27:16+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/08/18/striking-the-drum-a-mid-1940s-jersey-from-the-uss-timbalier/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/09435403-e1597680023345.jpgUSS Timbalier May 22, 1946USS Timbalier (AVP-54) in Puget Sound, 22 May 1946, two days before commissioning (US Navy Photo).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/christening-e1597679970887.jpgMrs. S. B. Dunlap Christening TimbalierTimbalier (AVP-54) being christened by Mrs. S. B. Dunlap during launching ceremonies, 18 April 1943, at Lake Washington Shipyards, Houghton, WA (US Navy Photo).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/1436125936294-e1597679949249.jpgTimbalier with Martin PBM-3D Mariner Flying BoatsUSS Timbalier (AVP-54) tending two Martin PBM-3D Mariner seaplanes soon after World War II (US Navy Photo).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/wp-1597477451467.jpgUSS Timbalier Jersey with othersA trifecta of Navy jerseys; recent arrivals to the Chevrons and Diamonds Collection.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/wp-1597477003146.jpgUSS Timbalier Jersey - FilthAfter just a few hours of gentle agitation and soaking, the cleaning solution was heavily discolored and clouded by the filth released from the fibers of the USS Timbalier jersey2020-08-18T15:00:04+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/07/17/connecting-joe-cronin-the-american-red-cross-and-sampson-naval-training-center-vintage-baseball-ephemera/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/50026045428_07564c0b70_b.jpgETO World SeriesOur recently acquired and very rare photo of the ETO World Series at Nuremberg was hard to see departing from our collection (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/vander-meer-high-leg-kick.jpgVander Meer High Leg KickWith basic training completed, former Cincinnati ace Johnny Vander Meer reported to manager Corgnati for duty on the Sampson Naval Training Center team on May 5, 1944 (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/cronin-and-wagner-november-1942.jpgCronin and Wagner November 1942"Joe Cronin (right) manager of the Boston Red Sox, donned the uniform of the American Red Cross as he prepared to leave for a post abroad in the recreation station. With him his "Broadway" Charlie Wagner, Red Sox chucker, who's wishing his boss a good trip overseas. Wagner is in the Navy." November 22, 1942 (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/cronin-1946.jpgJoe Cronin atop his Dugout Step at FenwayJoe Cronin, May 5, 1946, fresh from spring training, takes stock of his team with his roster now restored following the end of WWII (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/50084598008_3a7a0a2185_b.jpgBaseball Program: Red Sox at Sampson, June 5, 1944: CoversThe yellowed and aged cover of the bi-fold program features mimographed, type-written text. Boldly inscribed across the cover is Red Sox manager Joe Cronin's signature (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection). 2020-07-19T07:28:25+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/07/09/tools-of-the-trade-wartime-equipment-used-by-former-professional-ballplayers/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/woodling-small.jpgGene Woodling in Hawaii, 1944Gene Woodling wearing his Navy flannels takes a knee. This photo was heavily modified by a newspaper photo editor requiring heavy-handed correction when added to our collection. Note Woodling's U.S.N. stamped glove (Chevrons and Diamonds collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/williams-pesky-small.jpgWilliams Pesky SmallTed Williams, of Oahu's "Marine Flyers" poses next to his former "Red Sox" and "Cloudbusters" teammate, Johnny Pesky of the NAS Honolulu "Crossroaders" (Chevrons and Diamonds collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/gene-woodling-navy-glove.jpgGene Woodling Navy GloveThe glove on Woodling's hand appears to be a GoldSmith MacGregor "DW" Elmer Riddle model. Clearly marked on the wrist strap is the Navy's "U.S.N." (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/2019-05-22-19.23.54-e1593970036969.jpgWWII Rawlings Bill Doak GloveWhile absent stamped marks from the armed forces, these four hand-written characters stood out, leading me to pursue the glove for my collection.2020-07-09T16:51:02+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/01/27/75-years-later-wwii-navy-baseball-is-still-giving/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/70231891_416096989260273_4257433344872022016_n.jpgDon Nurses his newborn calfDuring the making of this Navy Baseball, Don Droke was also tending to his cattle during a severe cold snap that struck East Tennessee. Despite his efforts in , this ailing little calf perished (image source: Don Droke).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/finished.jpgNavy Baseball - by the Drokester - Two of the PanelsStitching is complete. The illustrations are beautifully framed by the ball's stitching and are finished off by a hand-rubbed polish that makes the 75-year-old mitt leather truly shine (image source: Don Droke).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/s-l1600-4.jpgWartime Spalding "Marvel" Model 102 - U.S.N. StampedDespite the heavy wear and cracking from dry-rot, this Wartime Spalding "Marvel" Model 102 stamp is still discernible (source: eBay Image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/83567288_182894692770220_3872389556850393088_n.jpgNavy Baseball - by the Drokester - Finished Panel FittingThe panels are coming together for fitting ahead of the final step, stitching the ball together (image source: Don Droke).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/83494696_878844272547226_3558645090685550592_n.jpgNavy Baseball - by the Drokester - Illustration draftsNote and sketches show how Don Droke was preparing for tooling the artwork directly into the re-purposed mitt leather (image source: Don Droke).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/82485684_764071757435192_5787192638625021952_n.jpgNavy Baseball - by the Drokester - The Prime Objective from the MittThis stamp was the primary material objective. Don shows how the wartime "U.S.N." stamp-panel fits on the donor baseball (image source: Don Droke).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/feb-2018-mm-9-glove.jpgFeb 2018 MM 9 GloveOne of Don Droke's earliest baseballs made from glove-sourced leather from a Mickey Mantle model glove, this ball features the original artwork, strategically cut and making for a beautiful baseball (image source: Don Droke).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/pam-hendersons-civil-war-baseball.jpgPam Hendersons Civil War BaseballRepresentative of what was made by Civil War soldiers (on both sides) and used between marches and battles. This ball (and the Confederate-wrapped box) were made by Don Droke in early 2018 (image source: Pam Henderson).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/wp-1487988666093.jpgGoldSmith Elmer Riddle DW GloveFrom a distance, this glove doesn't appear to be in the poor condition that it truly is. The first few treatments of the leather has yielded positive results and yet it will never truly be a showcase piece. 2020-07-05T17:01:50+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/02/26/struck-out-swinging-pee-wee-reese-johnny-mize-and-fred-hutchinson-on-tinian/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/2018-02-18_10-39-39.jpgNavy Baseball - B-29 Flag ShipIn this undated photo, the U.S. Navy team poses with airmen in front of the Superfortress known as "Flag Ship" (serial number BA 42-63504). Among the players in the image are Pee Wee Reese, Fred Hutchinson and Johnny Mize. Flag Ship would be damaged on July 24, 1944 by a crashing "Thunderin' Loretta"(serial number 42-24913) when she went down on take-off, killing 10 men. The crash damaged seven other parked B-29 bombers (serial numbers 44-69841, 42-63506, 42-93992, 44-69844, 44-69972, 42-63504, and 44-69859). Flag Ship has the distinction of being the first B-29 to land on the Island of Tinian.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/goin-my-way-bugs.jpgGoin My Way BugsThis jacket, combined with the above image of the Goin' My Way nose art photo would work together for a fantastic display.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/goin-my-way-bugs-b-17.jpgGoin My Way Bugs B-17This rare color photograph of the B-17 "Going My Way" with Bugs Bunny is very typical of what was seen on many WWI bomber aircraft.2020-05-22T22:01:46+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/05/08/charlie-king-kong-keller-rattles-the-woodshed-ending-a-yearlong-silence/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/20200508_113822.jpgKeller Bat - U.S.N. stamp and SignatureThe barrel markings of the H&B Charlie Keller signature bat include the U.S.N. stamping (indicating Navy use) and Keller's autograph (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/20200508_103526-e1588967581314.jpgKeller Bat - Knob Length MarkThere is no denying that this Charlie Keller model bat is a 33-inch as indicated by the stamp on the knob. Aside from indicating the bat's length, this mark is indicative of it being a store model bat - made for the consumer market (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/20200508_113402.jpgKeller Bat - NO. 60Upon closer examination of the center brand, this Keller model appears to be a "NO. 60" versus our pre-purchase assessment of "80" (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/20200508_113654.jpg"Charlie"Though all of the black foil has been worn away, Keller's signature is still discernible (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/49868415558_7b3d516022_b.jpgKeller Reports for Duty"January 23, 1944 - St. Petersburg, Florida: Charlie Keller. Reports for Duty. Ensign Charlie Keller (left) former New York Yankees star outfielder, shakes hands with LT. Commander W. L. Burget as Keller reported here, yesterday to begin his duties as an athletic officer in the Maritime Training Station physical Education Program" (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).2020-05-09T16:25:36+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/04/30/klipper-day-marking-the-end-of-a-season/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/49714592847_a156126265_b.jpgKlipper Day - Program CoverThe final game of the 1945 seaon for the NAS Kaneohe Klippers was played on September 16, 1945 (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/pan-am2.jpgPan Am Clipper PosterThe Boeing 314 Clippers were a sleek and aesthetically pleasing design that looked at home in a tropical paradise on the Pan Am advertising posters.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/il_794xn.1136084742_52bh.jpgThe Islands are Calling to YouWhen an ocean voyage to Hawaii took several days from the U.S. mainland, Pan Am's Boeing 314 Clipper made the Islands accessible in hours for the more-affluent travelers.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/yankee-clipper-manhasset-2-e1588166198594.jpgThe Yankee Clipper in ManhassetJoe DiMaggio's namesake, Pan Am's "Yankee Clipper" as seen near Long Island, New York's Manhasset Bay. 2020-04-30T16:35:19+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/04/09/tcmas-secret-gem-athletes-away-navy-baseball-card-set/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/griffey-upper-deck-1.jpgGriffey Upper Deck 1https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/49729862007_189965988f_b.jpgTCMA Athletes Away - #3#3 Somewhere in the Marianas, several Navy ballplayers are shownhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/49729861502_3a6396dcdd_b.jpgTCMA Athletes Away - #10Glenn "Red" McQuillen, veteran LF of the St. Louis Browns, gifted some of his personal WWII Navy photos to Harrington Crissey, becoming cornerstones in the Athletes Away card set (source: TCMA Athletes Away, 1976).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/49729543181_610a34dc77_b.jpgTCMA Athletes Away - #4https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/49729542701_dcff85908d_b.jpgTCMA Athletes Away - #12#12 - The combined 3rd and 5th Fleet teams pose on Tinian beneath the 20th Air Force's B-29. "Flag Ship"https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/49728998133_47b78e2d7c_b.jpg#1 Rizzuto and MooreCard #1 in the set shows NY Yankees SS, Phil Rizzuto and St. Louis Cardinals CF Terry Moore in their service uniforms attending Game 5 of the 1943 World Series at Sportsman's Park, St. Louis (source: TCMA Athletes Away, 1976).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/48455809247_3f6d25924b_b.jpgAin't in the cards -- but they were last year1943 - Oct. 11, St. Louis: "New York: Phil Rizzuto, left, and Terry Moore, former Card captain and center fielder, are now part of the armed services. They got an opportunity to be present at the World Series and turned up in their uniforms to be given a hearty welcome by their teammates." (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection)2020-04-09T18:15:57+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/03/05/a-bit-of-perspective-imagining-diamonds/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/tarawa.jpgBallgame on Tarawa Air Strip"April 8, 1944 - Tarawa: A baseball game is played on the fighter air strip on Tarawa, bitterly fought for Gilbert Islands Atoll, by American servicemen stationed there. The base was captured from the Japanese early this year." (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/bb-43-batting-cage.jpgBB-43 Batting CageShowing the BB-43 batting cage with the batter, pitcher and another sailor ready to shag the batted balls (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/uss-mobile-bay-in-flight-refueling-12-2012.jpgUSS-Mobile-Bay-in-flight-refueling-12-2012This flightdeck could be an unforgiving surface for sports but it served us well as an improvised at-sea volleyball court (U.S. Navy Image). https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/tico-flight-deck.jpgTico Flight DeckShowing the flight deck dimensions and the area (colored) that served as our volleyball court.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/39840317365_bf8f0237cd_b.jpgSomewhere on Luzon - 20th Infantry RegimentA diamond created in a jungle clearing is used by the men of the 20th Infantry Regiment (Sykes Regulars). Note the bamboo and fronds backstop (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/28248424328_cb477d7da0_b.jpgNurembergWhat was once a center for the organization of National Socialist evil, baseball provides a cleansing in the tiny corner of Nuremberg Stadium (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/49571389511_47a6c72929_b.jpgSt. Lawrence Island, Behring Strait"Crew members of the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Northwind play softball in shore - fast ice in the Behring Strait area off Alaska during the winter's 47-day expedition attempting to reach Nome, Alaska. This ballpark is on an unnamed bay off St. Lawrence Island. During the expedition the Northwind and the U.S. Navy icebreaker Burton Island visited Kodiak, Dutch Harbor and Campbell, a tiny Eskimo village on the northeast tip of St. Lawrence Island." (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/23207054434_4661804a24_b.jpg1930s USS TennesseeA USS Tennessee batter takes his cuts on pitches inside of a makeshift batting cage on the battleship's starboard side, beneath turret #3, which is trained to starboard (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).2020-03-06T19:31:02+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/02/27/scoring-the-great-lakes-bluejackets/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/mickey.jpgMickey CochraneBluejackets Manager Mickey Cocrane enjoys a moment with a army officer, possibly from Camp Grant (Courtesy of the Chuck Ailsworth Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/lucadellow-mccoy.jpgLucadellow McCoyPictured are Great Lakes Bluejackets' 1942 double-play tandem of shortstop Johnny Lucadello (center) and (right) second baseman Benny McCoy. The player to the far left is unidentified (Courtesy of the Chuck Ailsworth Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/johnny-lucadello.jpgJohnny Lucadello1942 Great Lakes Naval Training Station's shortstop, Johnny Lucadello (Courtesy of the Chuck Ailsworth Collection).2020-02-28T19:23:51+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2020/02/22/a-full-career-behind-the-plate-with-just-six-major-league-at-bats/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/1943-great-lakes-team-departs.jpg1943 Great Lakes Team DepartsSeptember 13, 1943: Great Lakes, IL - The Bluejackets baseball tea, from Great Lakes Naval Training Station, Great Lakes, Illinois, pauses with the station's athletic officer, Lieutenant Commander J. Russell Cook, and examines the cross roads sign in front of the outgoing unit barracks before leaving for the coast. Left to right, Jack Hallett (Pittsburgh), Marvin Felderman (Cubs), a partially-obscured Tom Ferrick (Cleveland), Don Dunker (Indiana University), John Rigney (White Sox), Warren Robinson (Rochester), Fred Shaffer (Louisville), LCDR Cook, Tom Madden (Newport News), Carl Fiore (Scranton) and Earl Bolyard (Dallas). Property of the Chevrons and Diamonds Collectionhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/1944-felderman.jpg1944 FeldermanA publicity photo of Marv Felderman from the 1944 season. Property of the Chevrons and Diamonds Collectionhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/1945-kanehoe-clippers.jpg1945 Kanehoe ClippersMarvin Felderman (front row, far right) with his 1945 Naval Air Station Kaneohe Klippers (image source: Harrington E. Crissey, Jr.).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/1944-army-navy-world-series-mark-southerland.jpg1944 Army Navy World Series Mark SoutherlandDuring the 1944 Army versus Navy World Series, pictured left to right are: Ken Sears, Joe Rose, Phil Rizzuto and Marv Felderman (photo courtesy of Mark Southerland).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/1940-nashville-vols-10-02-1940-sporting-news.png1940 Nashville Vols 10 02 1940 Sporting NewsThe 1940 Southern Association Champion Nashville Volunteers. Marv Felderman is in the back row, second from the left. In the front row are Russ Meers (2nd from the right) and Boots Poffenberger (immediate to Meers' left). Future naval aviator Johnny Sain is in the back row, fourth from the left (source: The Sporting News, October 2, 1940)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/1944-03-september-hono-advertiser-cpa-league-finish-e1582327223993.png1944 03 September Hono Advertiser - CPA League FinishStandings for the various 1944 Season - Hawaiian Leagues. Felderman's Kaneohe Klippers fifth in the CPA Service League source: Honolulu Advertiser, September 3, 1944).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/felderman-angels-hit-in-the-nose-winona-republican-herald-winona-mn-wednesday-april-23-1947.pngFelderman Angels Hit in the Nose - Winona Republican-Herald - Winona MN Wednesday April 23 1947During his 1947 stint with the Los Angeles Angels, Felderman took a hard-thrown ball on his nose when Las Scarcella attempted to score from third base source: Winona-Republican-Herald, April 23, 1947).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/49567228927_91a02e2101_o.jpgFelderman's 1944 Hawaii League Player's Pass(source: eBay Image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/49567001151_1231023b1c_o.jpgFelderman's 1944 Hawaii League Player's Pass(source: eBay Image).2020-02-22T00:09:58+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/joe-dimaggio-at-fort-lawton-july-1944/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/dimaggio-in-fort-lawton.jpegReverse of DiMaggio at Fort LawtonThis 1951 Seattle Times clipping accompanied the 1944 photograph of DiMaggio at a Fort Lawton baseball game.2020-01-15T02:34:37+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/photography-class-a-series-capturing-the-nuances-of-vintage-baseball-photography-collecting/2019-12-13T21:50:33+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/07/17/a-negative-original-vintage-photo-fraud/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/fain-photo-shenanigans2.jpgFain Photo Shenanigans - Mantle's TapeI doubt that when folks refer to Mickey Mantle's "Tape Shots" that this isn't what they have in mind. When the "orignal negative" creator was setting up the duplication of the clipping, they forgot to frame above the tape that used to be stuck to the paper.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/fain-photo-shenanigans1.jpgFain Photo ShenanigansThe tell-tale sign of a bad copy (that I overlooked) was that the image lacked the prototypical clarity and high contrast of nearly every sports photograph of this era.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/fain-photo-shenanigan3.jpgFain Photo Shenanigan3Zooming in on Fain, the screened appearance is very obvious and one can tell that the "original negative" was created from a newspaper or magazine clipping.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/fain-photo-shenanigans4.jpgFain Photo Shenanigans4The half-toning dots are so readily apparent and to have the seller insist that the image was made from an original negative (he even refuted my half-toning assessment).2019-12-13T21:11:03+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/12/13/photography-class-its-whats-on-the-back-of-vintage-news-photos-that-counts/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20191124_010324.jpgFerris Fain - George DorrillAside from the glue and paper reside on the back of this Ferris Fain image, St. Louis photographer George Dorrill's stamp is accompanied by markings from The Sporting News and their label that was applied at the time of deaccessioning.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20191124_010304-e1576263555280.jpgACME Newspictures StampThis ACME Newspictures stamp was applied in 1941 and, as is quite common, has the accompanying N.E.A. stamp with the reference department number.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20191124_010139-e1576267694246.jpgU.S. Army Recruiting District Baseball TeamAn early 20th Century press photo created by Burke and Atwell - a partnership of two Chicago area press photographers. This photographs shows the U.S. Army Baseball Club from the Chicago, Illinois Army Recruiting District command.2019-12-13T21:04:29+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/12/05/keeping-score-at-nuremberg-a-rare-1945-gi-world-series-scorecard/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/printing.pngGI World Series Program Printing InformationLocated on the lower left edge of the program is the information detailing the date and the Army unit that produced the piece.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/gi-world-series-hq-command-athletic-field-reims-france.jpgGI World Series - HQ Command Athletic Field Reims FranceThis scorecard was used when the GI World Series shifted for the September 6-7, 1945 games were played at Athletic Field in Reims, France (the Oise All-Stars "home field" for the series). This is the only other known example of a scorecard from the 1945 GI World Series. https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/date.pngSeptember 2, 1942 GI World Series Scorecard - Cover Datehttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/cover.jpgSeptember 2, 1942 GI World Series Scorecard - Coverhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/48870393927_0420a799c7_b.jpgSeptember 2, 1942 GI World Series Scorecard - Back CoverWhat amounts to a sponsors’ page, the GI World Series program’s back cover features adverts from AFN-Munich and the Southern Germany Stars and Stripes.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/score.jpgSeptember 2, 1942 GI World Series Scorecard - Score SheetThe 1945 GI World Series scorecard lacks any information regarding the teams that faced each other in the games which indicates that this was printed before the semifinals games were concluded (Property of the Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/2018-05-15_01-49-22.jpgPacked Stands and Soldiers' Field - NurnbergThe pitcher (possibly Earl Ghelf) starts his windup in one of their US Army Ground Forces Championship Series Games against the 7ist Inf. Red Circlers.2024-11-19T01:47:37+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/11/29/score-keeping-1944-6th-ferrying-group-versus-hollywood-stars-at-gilmore-field/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/bell-woodrow-captain.pngBell - Woodrow - Captainhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/beardo-harry.pngBeardo-Harryhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/wise-wilbur.pngWise - Wilburhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/fouts-thomas-a-capt.pngFouts - Thomas A - Capthttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/harry-danning-red-ruffing.jpgHarry Danning Red Ruffing6th Ferrying Group battery-mates, Harry "the Horse" Danning, former New York Giants catcher (left) and former New York Yankees pitcher Charles "Red" Ruffing" discuss strategy and signs ahead of a game.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/chucl-stevens.jpgChucl StevensCorporal Chuck Stevens sprints to first base after driving the ball for his 6th Ferrying Group team.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/chuck-stevens-red-ruffing-joe-dimaggio.jpgChuck Stevens - Red Ruffing Joe DiMaggioFormer St. Louis Browns first baseman, Private Chuck Stevens steps prepares for batting practice ahead of a game at the Long Beach Army Air Field. Steven's 6th Ferrying Command manager and teammate, former Yankees star pitcher, Corporal Charles "Red" Ruffing confers with Corporal Joe DiMaggio of the opposing Santa Ana Air Base squad, behind Stevens.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/red-rubdown-e1574974063942.pngSgt. Red Ruffing Gets a RubdownRuffing gets a rub-down following a pitching outing for the 6th Ferrying Group.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/olsen.pngPrivate Albert Olsenhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/nulty.pngPrivate Edward Nulty2019-12-01T18:20:16+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/11/07/dugout-art-hand-crafted-baseball-militaria-created-by-tennessee-historian-and-artist/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/thenationalpastime.jpgThe National Pastime - Shiloh BallThis vintage "lemon peel" baseball was purportedly retrieved from the Shiloh Battlefield in 1862 image source: TheNationalPastime.com). https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20190303_162734-e1573080897304.jpgU.S. Army Glove BallThe unique patchwork and stitching of the U.S. Army Special Services baseball is reminiscent of balls made during the Civil War.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20191018_165601.jpg7th Army Air ForceAfter spending nearly a year with the McClellan Field (Sacramento, CA) Army Air Forces Team and winning the area championship, Ferris Fain was re-assigned to Hickam Field (Pearl Harborm, Hawaii) forming a dominant squad of former professional ball-players. Droke matched the 7th's insignia onto one of the ball's panels.2019-11-06T23:40:35+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/10/31/baseball-inductions-transitioning-from-diamonds-to-the-ranks/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/sam-chapman-bob-feller.jpgSam Chapman Bob FellerJanuary 23, 1942: Chapman Joins Feller. Chapman and Feller leave their barracks for a tour of inspection of the Naval Training Station here after Chapman reported for duty today. Both are Chief Specialists in the Physical Fitness Program (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/mickey-cochrane.jpgMickey CochraneAt Great Lakes, Illinois – after reporting for duty, Mickey Cochrane (right), former manager of the Detroit Tigers and now a lieutenant in the Naval Reserve, looks over a uniform shirt for the Great Lakes Training Station ball team with Benny McCoy, formerly of the Athletics, and Lieutenant Commander J. E. Cook (left), station athletic officer (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/johnny-rigney.jpgJohnny RigneyJuly 3, 1942 - Johnny Rigney, who until his induction into the Navy a short time ago, was a leading White Sox hurler, got a watch from his former teammates when he appeared at Comiskey Park last night with the Great Lakes naval training station team against Chanute Field. He may hurl against All-Stars at Cleveland Tuesday. He may hurl against All-Stars at Cleveland Tuesday. Left to right are Dario Lodigiani, Mule Haas, Ted Lyons, Rigney, Thornton Lee and Orval Grove (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/bob-kennedy-enlists.jpgBob Kennedy EnlistsAugust 9, 1942: Bob Kennedy, White Sox third baseman (hand upraised) is inducted into the Naval Air Force Friday between games of the Chicago-Cleveland doubleheader by Lieutenant Commander J. Russell Cook, Great Lake Naval Training Station Athletic Officer. At left is James Dykes, manager of the White Sox, and at right is Lieutenant Jay Berwanger, former football star, member naval aviation cadet selection board. Kennedy probably will not report for training until the end of the baseball season (AP Wirephoto/Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/red-ruffing.jpgRed RuffingLos Angeles, December 29, 1942 - Charles "Red" Ruffing, New York Yankee pitcher, is X-rayed by Pvt. Jack Levey during his physical examination for induction into the Army here today. The 37-year-old ball player has been working for the Vultee Aircraft Company until he was called up by his draft board (Associated Press Wirephoto/Chevrons and Diamonds Collection)2019-10-31T15:40:15+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/10/17/a-passion-for-the-troops-joe-e-browns-all-pacific-recreation-fund/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/48858713518_4f98227df9_b-e1571192517924.jpg1943 All-Pacific Recreation Fund - Svc All-Stars vs Angels-Stars - Disney SoldierOne of two illustrations by Walt Disney depicts a forlorn soldier holding a makeshift bat.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/48858711783_4be8b92290_b-e1571192539235.jpg1943 All-Pacific Recreation Fund - Svc All-Stars vs Angels-Stars - CoverThe fine print on the cover differentiates this book from the 1944 program.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/48858711218_d9a1f357c1_b-e1571192556655.jpg1943 All-Pacific Recreation Fund - Svc All-Stars vs Angels-Stars - Disney ArtWalt Disney provided a second drawing that depicts the Angles and Stars teaming against the Service All Stars.2019-10-17T15:36:15+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/09/19/photography-class-vintage-photograph-collecting-tips/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/tinian-1945.jpgTinian 1945Though this print compares in size with an amateur snapshot, the image was captured by a professional. "In a beef with the pitcher." Shown here are Buster Mills, Sid Hudson, Howie Pollet and Chuck Stevens. Lt. "Buster" Mills, manager of the 58th Bombing Squadrons Wingmen, holds an implement not commonly seen on domestic baseball diamonds.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/navy-team.jpgNavy TeamNavy players, left to right: Unknown, Al Brancato, Vern Olsen, Leo Visintainer, Bob Harris and Rankin Johnson were captured by famed Hawaiian photographer, Tai Sing Loo.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/danning-and-ruffing-6thfg.jpgDanning and Ruffing 6thFGThis image was captured by a professional photographer. With the correct exposure revealing the details of the uniforms and player-identities along with framing and perspective, it is obvious that Harry Danning and Charles "Red" Ruffing were captured by a professional.2019-09-18T21:37:29+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/09/12/johnny-big-jawn-mize-wwii-service-and-his-elusive-signature/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/25455648047_9db6ba4657_b.jpgUS Navy Third and Fifth Fleet Squads, 1945In this Navy Department photo, Johnny Mize is seen in the back row, just to the left of center, posing among the members of both the Third and Fifth Fleet teams. This image was taken during the Tour of the Pacific in the Spring of 1945.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/cardinals-signed.jpg1941 Mize - Cardinals Uniform - AutographedTwenty five years after my attempt to get Mr. Mize's autograph, I found this vintage photograph, clearly a cast-off of darkroom imperfection (underexposed and a dark spot on the top right is due to the chemicals not being fully washed at the time the print was developed), I was happy to add this signed print to my collection. That Mize is shown in his St. Louis uniform in his last season, there makes this much more palatable. https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/being-fit-for-uniform.jpgBeing fit for uniformListed at 6-foot-2-inches and 215 lbs., Johnny Mize was well above the normal sized sailors who served during WWII. Here, the former Cardinals and Giants slugger is being fitted for his undress blue uniform at Great Lakes Naval Training Station in late March, 1943.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/47769547951_03993026b9_b.jpgJohnny Mize - U.S. NavyThis Navy publicity photo was taken in 1944 and used in promotional materials and game programs in the Hawaii Leagues. Mize is shown in his pinstriped Navy home uniform (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection). https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/40441484683_879eda5a3d_b.jpg3rd vs 5th Fleet at PelelieuThis very rare and rudimentary scorecard was distributed for a March, 1945 game that featured the the two teams ("3rd" and "5th Fleet") from the Navy's Pacific Tour. The game was played at Valor Field on the island of Peleliu.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/40298355373_3a63452cf2_b.jpgJohnny Mize, Hawaii, 1944Johnny Mize poses for a fan's candid snapshot following a game in Hawaii in 1944.2019-09-12T22:44:32+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/09/05/nowhere-to-play-wartime-veterans-turned-away-from-the-game/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/brancato-bros.jpgBrancato BrosDuring WWII while he was serving and playing baseball in Hawaii, Brancato was joined by his brothers for a brief visit when their paths crossed.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/bronk-enlists.jpgBronk EnlistsAl Branczto enlists into the U.S. Navy just six days after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Athletics owner and manager, Connie Mack was present at his induction. Brancato would see a handful of games during the last month of the 1945 season in Philadelphia but never played in the majors again.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/46539480544_03dc961843_b-e1567549953772.jpgBob Harris, US NavyBob Harris had a five-year major league career pitching for the Detroit Tigers (1938–1939), St. Louis Browns (1939–1942) and the Philadelphia Athletics (1942) before he joined the Navy. He took the Athletics to court in 1946 as he fought for reinstatement under the G.I. Bill. He ultimately settled his case and never played another game in the majors.2019-09-05T17:08:07+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/08/29/one-cap-fits-all-navy-blue-wool-service-team-baseball-caps/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/44575538924_7c78e6f5c5_b.jpg7th Army Air Force Team - Ferris FainThis dark navy cap was (seemingly) the standard across most service and unit teams. Here, former San Francisco Seals first baseman Ferris Fain wears the plain blue cap with his 7th Army Air Force (7th AAF) uniform in Hawaii in 1944.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190727_161024-e1567090558843.jpgNavy Blue Wool Ballcap - partial sweatbandThis underside perspective shows that the cap was customized by removing the back section of the sweatband and installing an elastic band in order to keep the cap form-fitting.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190727_160959-e1567090586632.jpgNavy ball cap - side profileThe cap shows a little wear, fading and mothing, but the overall condition is quite good. The bill stiffener is intact.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190727_160946-1.jpgNavy Wool BallcapThe standard cap for most service and unit baseball teams during the war, some were fitted with an emblem on the front panels while most were blank like this one.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/20180901_143108.jpgUS Army Third Air ForceThe label on the 3rd Air Force cap is blank which could have been intentional or it is possible that the markings faded from sweat and time.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/20180901_143334.jpgGold on Blue Marines CapThis poor Marines cap shows evidence of extensive wear and some damage in the bill. Despite what was done to the cap, it still looks great when displayed.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/20180901_143411.jpgGold on Blue Marines CapTurning the blue Marines cap over, one can get a better perspective of the damage to the cap from moisture stains and the two holes in the bill.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/39843456045_1f1cc9d36d_b.jpgBatter up - New GuineaIn this image (according to the inscription) are: Jack Hartman of Topeka, Kansas; Teddy Machjer of Worcester, Mass; Robert Smith of Binghamton, NY and Dick Gardner of Canton, Mass.2019-08-29T16:03:19+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/baseball-uniform-tags-archive/lowe-campbell-uniform-tag-reference/2019-08-27T21:31:06+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/baseball-uniform-tags-archive/goldsmith-macgregor-goldsmith-macgregor-uniform-tag-history/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/nyg1946r-3_th.jpgNYG1946R-3_th1946 New York Giants Road Jerseyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/1967-detroit-tigers-uniform-2.jpg1967 Detroit Tigers Uniform 2https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/1961-white-sox-e1524155847111.jpg1961 White Soxhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/1960s-santa-clara-broncos-jersey-e1524155862343.jpg1960s Santa Clara Broncos Jerseyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/1955-dodgers-road-jersey-tag.jpg1955 Dodgers Road Jersey Taghttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/1955-denver-bears-e1524155882126.jpeg1955 Denver Bearshttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/1951-mcg-tag.jpg1951 McG Taghttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/1950s-athletic-baseball-t-shirt.jpg1950s Athletic Baseball T-shirthttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/1948-mcg-tag.jpg1948 McG Taghttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/1946-dodgers-road-jersey-tag.jpg1946 Dodgers Road Jersey Tag2019-08-27T21:30:24+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/baseball-uniform-tags-archive/2019-08-27T21:28:46+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/08/22/supply-and-demand-acquiring-a-1950s-u-s-air-force-baseball-uniform/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/powers-athletic-wear.pngPowers Athletic WearThe Powers Manufacturing Company in Waterloo, Iowa. Note the lettering of "Athletic Wear" is very similar to what appears on the uniform label (Image source: Google Maps).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/48405247272_5a356f20a0_b.jpg28th Numerals and LetteringWhite athletic felt lettering on the jersey's back.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/48405097226_d30851bf3a_b.jpg28th Supply SquadronWhite athletic felt lettering "SQD" (squadron) on the jersey's back.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/48405248017_6cd6d9973e_b.jpg28th Supply Squadron LetteringNo doubt that collectors wouldn't consider a supply unit as possessing the same level of interest that a front-line combat unit's baseball team. Regardless, this (along with the Goose Bay) uniform is a fantastic addition to the Chevrons and Diamonds collection.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/48405097416_2275bfca67_b-e1565971651191.jpg28th Supply Squadron BackThe back of the jersey is where the magic appears as the white athletic felt lettering reveals the USAF command that the baseball team represented.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/48405096801_ca2d96c2a8_b.jpg28th Supply SquadronThe torso has a tailored cut giving a more form-fitting appearance. The raglan sleeves are six inches long.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/48405249362_b7c3d6359d_b.jpgPowers Athletic Wear labelPowers Athletic Wear label, size 40 tag and what appears to be a vintage dry-cleaning tag appear inside the jersey's collar.2019-08-16T16:47:49+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/08/15/tropic-lightning-on-a-ball-25th-infantry-division-stags-baseball/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190811_185917-e1565814054804.jpg25th Division StagsThe 1949 team baseball, signed be the members of the 25th Infantry Divisions team, the Stags.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190811_190043.jpg25th ID Stags - Wilson AX - MarkingsThough the ball is yellowed and faded, the makers stamp is visible on this panel.2019-08-14T20:38:01+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/08/08/bat-restoration-new-life-for-ferris-fains-signature-lumber/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190804_174711.jpgFain Wood and LeatherAnother perspective shows that the colors of the two bats are not that dissimilar. The trapper model first baseman's mitt is an early 1950s MacGregor signature Ferris Fain model.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190804_174521.jpgFain BatsThe finished restoration project: The Ferris Fain bat is pictured here with an untouched 1953-dated Fain mini bat (a stadium giveaway from June 3rd of that year) giving a color and tone reference point.2019-08-06T22:37:31+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/08/01/talk-to-me-goose-a-1950s-vintage-u-s-a-f-uniform-touches-down/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/20190330_181157.jpgGoose and LabradorShowcasing the 1944 U.S. Army Air Forces baseball championship medal awarded to a team from the air base at Goose Bay, Labrador.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/20190425_184629-e1564434629603.jpg1955 Goose AB Baseball UniformMade from lightweight cotton, this 1955 USAF Goose Air Base (Labrador, Canada) jersey (and accompanying trousers) is a great addition to the collection and represents our first from this armed forces branch.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/20190425_184724.jpg1955 Goose AB Baseball UniformFrom the USAF team at Goose Air Base, this brightly colored jersey is in great condition for being nearly 65 years old.2019-08-01T17:06:47+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/07/25/more-than-just-a-scorecard-discovering-the-6th-ferrying-groups-team-roster/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/48143695792_194c36b1bb_b.jpg6th Ferry Group vs San Bernardino All StarsThe San Bernardino All Stars roster.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/48143625371_27c91795d5_b.jpg6th Ferry Group vs San Bernardino All Stars CoverThough it is a little damaged and worn, this scorecard is an invaluable piece of history. Perris Hill Ball Park still remains and today, serves as Cal State University, San Bernardino's baseball stadium and has been renamed to Fiscalini Field.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/48143720407_28a64b5c59_b.jpg6th Ferry Group vs San Bernardino All Stars CoverThe 6th Ferrying group was a dominate team in Southern California with six former major leaguers filling the roster.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/6th-ferrying-vs-san-diego-cover-1.jpg6th Ferrying vs San Diego CoverThough I tried to land this 6th Ferrying Group vs the San Diego Padres scorecard from 1944, I was beaten (source: eBay image).2019-07-18T18:59:04+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/07/01/a-lifetime-collection-of-images-star-baseball-player-sam-chapman-the-tiburon-terror-and-wartime-naval-aviator-part-i/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/48104166266_dc5d0fbdc7_b-1.jpgChapman FamilyTaken in 1924 when Sam Chapman, Tiburon's gift to the American League, was a kid of 8. That's Sam, the little guy on the left. Others in the group, from left to right, are Sam's older brother, Charley (who died two years ago); his mother, an older sister, Marjorie and a younger sister, Rose. - Jan. 21, 1938https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/48132078288_e80fa495b2_b.jpgSpring Training - 1940April 9, 1940 - Atlanta, GA: Sam Chapman was out by inches in the first exhibition game here today between the Phillies and Athletics. Gus Buhr, Phillies first sacker, has his foot on the bag as he takes a neat peg from the outfield. The A's won, 6-1.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/listing-photo.jpgeBay Listing - Sam Chapman PhotosShown at its original listing size, this image shows at least two military-related photos contained within the group.. Those two visible images were enough to convince me to bid and then anticipate the unseen photos (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/47026632494_f5a2174ca1_b.jpgChief Boatswain's Mates Chapman and FellerJanuary 23, 1942: Chapman Joins Feller. Chapman and Feller leave their barracks for a tour of inspection of the Naval Training Station here after Chapman reported for duty today. Both are Chief Specialists in the Physical Fitness Program.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/46892461955_20634c1cd6_b.jpgService All StarsJuly 3, 1942 - Service All-Stars at the Great Lakes Training Station - Here are stars whose names appear on the roster pf the Service All-Stars at Great Lakes Training Station. Left to right: Emmett Mueller, Philadelphia-infielder; Morrie Arnovich, N.Y. Giants-outfielder; Mickey Harris, Boston Red Sox-pitcher; John Sturm, Yankees-infielder; John Grodzicki, St. Louis Cardinals-Pitcher; Cecil Travis, Washington-outfielder; Ken Silvestri, Yankees-catcher; Pat Mullin, Detroit-outfielder; Lieutenant George Earnshaw, coach; Fred Hutchinson, Detroit-pitcher; Vincent Smith, Pittsburgh-catcher; Bob Feller, Cleveland-pitcher; Sam Chapman, Athletics-infielder.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/32865271327_69fe261dab_b.jpgNorfolk Naval Training Station BluejacketsExamining the ball are (left to right): Sam Chapman, Bob Feller, Fred Hutchinson and Ace Parker, April 1942.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/47817933131_3730448eeb_b.jpgChapmain's Wings of GoldMarch 1, 1943: Navy wings and an ensign's commission in the U.S. Naval Reserve are awarded to Sam Chapman (right), former center fielder with the Philadelphia Athletics, in graduation ceremonies at the Naval Air Training Center, Corpus Christi, Texas. Presenting the designation is Rear Admiral A. E. Montgomery, (left), USN, Commandant of the NATC, Chapman, who specializes in flying torpedo bombers, has been assigned to instructor's duty here.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/47811325651_135b1f3daf_b.jpgNaval Air Cadet ChapmanFebruary 4, 1943: Sam Chapman is winning his wings at the world's largest naval air station here. Chapman, who served as a chief specialist in athletics at the Norfolk, Virginia training station, applied for flight training and received his preliminary instruction at the Anacostia Reserve Aviation Base. He is receiving advanced instruction as a torpedo bomber. https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/32867431957_35067d7b5b_b.jpgNaval Aviation Flight Instructor, LT ChapmanRecognize him, sports fans? He is Sam Chapman, former Philadelphia Athletics outfielder and one-time All-America halfback at the University of California, who this week entered flight training at Naval Reserve Aviation Base, Washington. Chapman, 26, is the son of Charles Edward Chapman of California. If Sam passes his flight training, he will become and ensign in the U.S. Naval Reserve or a second lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. June 25, 1942https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/47021513564_aa29d72e00_b.jpgAviation Cadet and Flight Instructor LT(j.g.) ChapmanRemember the man on the right? Bedecked in unfamiliar toggery, Sammy Chapman, right, issued last minute instructions to John Franklin Sain, Jr., as he prepares to take off at Corpus Christi, Texas. Chapman, great University of California halfback and later star center fielder with the Athletics, is now a Navy flying instructor with the rank of lieutenant, junior grade. Sain formerly pitched for the Boston Braves.2019-07-18T15:35:44+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/07/03/a-lifetime-collection-of-images-star-baseball-player-sam-chapman-the-tiburon-terror-and-wartime-naval-aviator-part-ii/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/48148727962_054a18173a_b.jpgBay Area Inspector ChapmanSam Chapman served as an air quality inspector in his later years following the end of his baseball career.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/48148980672_e176205abb_b.jpgChapman Home BuilderFebruary 25, 1952: Sammy Chapman, outfielder under contract to the Cleveland Indians, sizes up a piece of lumber being used by him in the construction of a house, in Mill Valley (California). The one-time Athletics star now owned by Cleveland, says he's through with big league ball/ He's traded in his bat and glove for saw and hammer and likes the new occupation of building contractor. Business is good.2019-07-18T15:34:42+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/06/20/catching-corpsman-the-search-for-a-ball-playing-wwii-pharmacists-mate/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/2019-01-28-17.49.34.jpg2019-01-28 17.49.34https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/2019-01-28-17.48.59.jpgBenninghoff MittCareful cleaning and moisturizing of the leather will allow more of the stamps and markings to be revealed. Concern for preserving Benninghoff's personalized (ink) marks are all that has stalled this process.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/2019-01-28-17.19.26.jpgG. W. BenninghoffResearching such a unique name is much more simple than it is for a common surname. That Benninghoff provided his navy rating and rate (pharmacist's mate, second class) led my research directly to him.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/2019-01-28-17.17.37.jpgBenninghoff Catcher's MittEarly 1940s Wilson catcher's mitt.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/20190128_152837.jpgBenninghoff Catcher's MittA good cleaning and moisturizing should expose more of the markings, however "Its a Wilson" is clearly visible.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/20190128_152739.jpgBenninghoff Mitt -The back of PhM2/c Benninghoff mitt shows the decay off the wrist strap and buckle. It will be worth repairing and replacing these as the overall condition of the mitt is quite good.2019-06-20T15:29:46+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/06/07/an-intercontinental-wartime-veteran-s-sgt-chick-mcroberts-rawlings-bill-doak-model-glove/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/2019-05-22-19.24.36.jpgWWII Rawlings Bill Doak GloveShowing the Rawlings-branded wrist strap button, heavily-worn inner palm and the hand-inscribed alpha-numeric characters indicating the a correlation to the United States Fifth Army.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/2019-05-22-19.22.49.jpgWWII Rawlings Bill Doak GloveThe palm and heel of a glove are usually the most soiled and hence, the darkest. This glove is significantly lighter in these same areas showing that it has been cleaned.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/2019-05-22-19.21.42.jpgWWII Rawlings Bill Doak GloveAs it was received, this glove appears to have been cleaned in recent years as much of the grime has been lifted away from the brand markings. https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/2019-05-22-19.26.28.jpgWWII Rawlings Bill Doak GloveThis Doak model is a nice little find but the hidden treasure reveals that its owner participated in the 5th Army's operations in North Africa and Italy in 1943.2019-06-07T21:28:20+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/03/28/discovering-the-norfolk-naval-training-station-bluejackets-through-two-scarce-artifacts/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/phil-rizzuto-batting-practice.jpgPhil Rizzuto Batting PracticeFormer Yankees shortstop, Phil "Scooter" Rizzuto takes batting practice for the Norfolk NTS Bluejackets (image source: Hampton Roads Museum).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/dom-dimaggio.jpgDom DimaggioDom DiMaggio takes a practice swing for the camera - 1943 Norfolk Naval Training Station Bluejackets (image source: Hampton Roads Museum).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/1943-nob-team-6-walter-masterson-fred-hutchinson-charlie-wagner-tom-early.jpg1943 Nofrolk NTS: Walter Masterson-Fred Hutchinson-Charlie Wagner-Tom EarlyFour key members of the Norfolk NTS Bluejackets: Walt Masterson, Fred Hutchinson, Charlie Wagner and Tom Early (image source: Hampton Roads Museum).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/2019-03-17_11-41-20.jpgNorfolk Naval Training Station vs Washington SenatorsThe back cover of the Norfolk Naval Training Station vs Washington Senators program includes the April schedule and a message from Captain Henry McClure.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/2019-03-17_11-41-44.jpgApril 1943 Norfolk Naval Training Station vs Washington SenatorsShowing all four panels of the April 1943 Norfolk Naval Training Station vs Washington Senators program.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/2019-03-17_11-41-14-e1553554554705.jpgNorfolk Naval Training Station vs Washington SenatorsThe cover of the Norfolk NTS vs Washington Senators season opener baseball program shows some minor creasing.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/2019-03-19_11-35-52.jpg1943 Norfolk Naval Training Station BluejacketsWith former major leaguers such as Ben McCoy, Phil Rizzuto, Eddie Robinson, Jim Gleeson, Dominick DiMaggio, Fred Hutchinson, Walter Masterson, Henry Feimster and Charles Wagner were keys to the immense success of Bos'n Bodie and Captain McClure's Naval Training Station Bluejackets in 1943. 2019-03-29T04:21:02+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/02/28/matching-faces-to-names-identifying-four-1945-navy-all-stars/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/vern-olsen.jpgVern OlsenAs sailors and marines exit the stadium, Vern Olsen stops to pose for a photo following one of the 1945 Navy All-Star games in the Hawaiian Islands in late September-early October.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/triptic.jpg1944 Navy Ball PlayersThis group of snapshots were part of a WWII Navy veteran's collection. Determining the identities of the players turned into an incredibly rewarding research endeavor.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/johnny-mize.jpgJohnny MIzeJohnny Mize takes a moment to pose for a sailor's photo outside of the ballpark surrounded by armed forces personnel. This was taken during one of the Navy All-Star games in late September-early October of 1945.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/george-dickey.jpgGeorge DickeyGeorge "Skeets" Dickey smiles for the camera as a sailor takes a snap of the veteran catcher, surrounded by sailors and marines after one of the fall, 1945 Navy All-Star games in Hawaii.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/bob-harris.jpgBob HarrisAmid a throng of sailors and service personnel, Navy pitcher Bob Harris poses for a sailor's snapshot outside a Hawaiian ballpark following the conclusion of one of the fall, 1945 Navy All-Star games.2019-02-27T23:59:50+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2019/02/07/ted-williams-battered-abused-and-loved/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/wp-1549417600114..jpgA shipment of Sports Equipment Arrives in the South PacificCracking open the crate of sports equipment, these marines (and a sailor) inspect the bounty of baseballs, bats, catcher's gear and other sporting goods. The Baseball Fund ensured that Americans serving throughout the globe were properly equipped.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/20181225_104329.jpgTed Williams H&B U.S. Navy WWII BatThe end of the barrel of the bat is very darkened from years of being stored on end. The erosion of cellulose between the grain is due to prolonged exposure to moisture.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/20181225_103901.jpgTed Williams H&B U.S. Navy WWII BatAside from the nicks and divots in the bat's surface, the darker stained wood shows beautiful grain and figuring.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/20181225_103848.jpgTed Williams H&B U.S. Navy WWII BatA few layers of wood have peeled away leaving this dished-out flat area opposite to the markings and William's foil signature.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/20181225_103837.jpgTed Williams H&B U.S. Navy WWII BatWhen the bat arrived, the center brand of this H&B store model Ted Williams bat was in good condition. The light areas in the wood indicate how dried out the bat had become.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/image-1.pngWWI Bat and Ball Fund ContributorJohn E. Madden, legendary thoroughbred horse owner who played baseball in his younger years, made a sizable donation to Clark Griffith's Ball and Bat Fund during WWI.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/lelands-bat-and-ball-fund-e1549389040124.jpgLelands Bat and Ball fundIn the midst of the Great War, Washington Senators players Eddie Cicotte and Nick Altrock flank Chicago White Sox's Ray Schalk with ball-shaped buckets used to accept donations from fans attending their game as they raise money for the Professional Base Ball Fund, raising money to provide baseball equipment for American troops (image source: Leland's).2019-02-07T20:18:53+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-army-uniforms-and-jerseys/1945-3rd-army-championship-flannel-red-circlers-of-the-71st-id/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/28705b_med-e1543505775727.jpegHerb Bremer World War II Third Army Red CirclersOne of the most historically significant baseball uniforms of WWII, the Red Circlers of the 71st Infantry Division were the Third Army Champions, losing to the OISE All Stars in the ETO World Series. This jersey belonged to Herb Bremer (image source: Goldin Auctions).2019-01-30T22:54:59+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/12/27/the-more-difficult-aspect-of-collecting-estate-disposition-and-divestment-planning/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Christy-Mathewson-Checkers.jpgChristy Mathewson CheckersNew York Giants hall of fame pitcher and his other love, the game of checkers. Christy Mathewson challenges his father for a game of checkers on the custom checkerboard that is currently a part of Penny Marshall's baseball memorabilia collection (image source: Robert Edward Auctions).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/1-e1526414547261.jpg7th Army Baseball Championship GroupingNot wanting to pass up the opportunity at a grouping from veteran who might have played in the ETO baseball championships, I jumped on this auction (source: eBay image).2018-12-31T23:26:19+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/05/14/a-pesky-group-of-type-1-wwii-navy-baseball-photos/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/jimmy-raugh-and-johnny-pesky.jpgJimmy Raugh and Johnny PeskyThis photo of Johnny Pesky with the Cloudbusters' batboy is part of a group of photos that I landed from the Red Sox great's estate.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/pesky-overcoat-and-flight-bag.jpgPesky overcoat and flight bagPesky's overcoat and flight bag were part of this $2,000 group (Hunt Auctions, LLC).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/pesky-jacket-and-combo-cover.jpgPesky Jacket and Combo CoverThough he didn't complete flight training, Johnny Pesky was issued a flight jacket. His dress blue visor cap was also part of this group (image source, Hunt Auctions, LLC).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/20180326_180718-11.jpgFurlong Image Inscription.jpg"L..T. (j.g.) Johnny Pesky arrived home, Wednesday nite (sic), 9:45. Dece. 5-1945."https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/2018-03-29_03-02-501.jpgWilliams, Pesky and a Fellow CloudbusterThe image clarity is so crisp that one can read the model numbers of the visible glove.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/20180326_180417-1-e1524603099536.jpgPesky with Batboy, Jimmy RaughThis very large photograph shows Pesky in his Navy flannels with a Cloudbuster's batboy and mascot, Jimmy Raugh on his lap, listening intently to the shortstop.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/20180326_180617-e1524265669634.jpgPesky's Photo GroupThe three vintage Type-1 photographs that I received from Johnny Pesky's estate were a fantastic find.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/2018-04-20_11-11-16.jpg1945 Navy All StarsHow many major leaguers can you spot, starting with Ted Williams on the far left (with his hand to his face)?https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/2018-04-20_11-11-29.jpg1945 Navy All StarsThis team was loaded with major league talent. Johnny Pesky is the shorter player standing in the right batter's box (just to the left of the image center).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/2018-04-20_11-11-23.jpg1945 Navy All StarsFrom the third baseline, the National League players of the United States Navy at Furlong Field.2018-12-28T13:56:56+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/12/11/photographic-perspective-west-point-baseballs-hall-of-fame-lineage/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/2018-12-05_08-52-32.jpgA. M. Lazar, a West Point cadet and member of the Black Knights football team, joined the West Point nine led by Coach "Moose" McCormick. This original type-1 photo is part of the Chevrons and Diamonds collection.2018-12-14T08:09:43+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/08/28/despite-the-auction-loss-victory-is-found-in-the-discovery/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/uss-lexington-1933-champs.jpg1933 All Navy Baseball Champions - USS Lexington (CV-2)The 1932 USS Lexington team that played the Seattle Indians were still with the squad in 1933 when they went undefeated and won the All Navy Championship (source: Naval History & Heritage Command).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/uss-lexington.jpg1934 Champions - USS LexingtonSeveral of the men from the 1932 team continued to play competitive baseball into the 1934 season. Here, Captain C.A. Blakely and Admiral David F. Sellers present the team with their championship trophies on March 2, 1934. Pictured with the two senior officers are team members (left-right): F3c J.B. Williams, F1c H.E. Gardner, Coxswain B.N. Lee, TM3c J.W. Macky, GM2c R.D. Long (captain), Sea1c T.D. Mitchell, Sea1c S.E. Bond, GM3c C.C. Anderson, F2c C.E. Gibson, F3c G.L. Ford, WT1c J.E. Sheats, F2c W.E. Gowdy, Chief Gunner A.S. Fenton (coach). One man in group is not listed (source: Naval History & Heritage Command).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/small-scale-washington-field.jpgSmall Scale - Washington FieldWashington Field, dedicated in 1930 is highlighted in green might have served as the location of the game played between the Seattle Indians and the USS Lexington team.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/large-scale-washington-field.jpgBremertonBremerton, Washington. The red area shows the location of Washington School and the athletic field in relation to Puget Sound Naval Shipyard.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/roosevelt-park.gifRoosevelt-ParkRoosevelt Park was located on the corner of 16th and Warren from 1926 until 1983.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/bremerton-roosevelt-field.jpgBremerton Roosevelt FieldBremerton, Washington's Roosevelt Field in 1939 was the eventual home of the Bremerton Bluejackets - Western International League - from 1946-49 (image source: Kitsap County Historical Society Museum archives).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/john-c-bottarini-ucla-e1533680858559.pngJohn C BottariniCatcher John C. Bottarini with the Seattle Indians in 1936.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/full.jpg1932 USS Lexington versus Seattle Indians ProgramThis roster (or program) for an exhibition game played between the Seattle Indians (of the Pacific Coast League) and the baseball team from the visiting aircraft carrier, USS Lexington (CV-2), is in rough condition but possesses fantastic information (source: eBay images).2018-12-02T17:28:45+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-marine-corps-uniforms-and-jerseys/wwii-marines-uniform-set-with-shorts/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/s-l1600-e1512159005355.jpgWWII Marines Uniform Set with Shorts(source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/s-l1600-12-e1512159043103.jpgWWII Marines Uniform Set with ShortsConsistent with all other MARINES jerseys (in road gray with red trim), this uniform is set apart by the addition of a pair of shorts/trunks (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/s-l1600-1-e1512159157679.jpgWWII Marines Uniform Set with Shorts(source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/s-l500-e1512159176826.jpgWWII Marines Uniform Set with Shorts(source: eBay image).2018-11-30T21:48:43+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-marine-corps-uniforms-and-jerseys/wwii-marines-jersey-with-numerals/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/s-l1600-8-e1512154033327.jpgWWII Marines Jersey with NumeralsThis road gray Marines baseball jersey includes the common (across these USMC flannel jerseys) sun collar flap. One oddity with this jersey is that the buttons appear to be white rather than gray (eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/s-l16004-e1512093734107.jpgWWII Marines Jersey with Numerals(source: eBay image).2018-11-30T21:48:31+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-navy-uniforms-and-jerseys/world-war-ii-jersey-receiving-station/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/download-e1512154212634.pngReceiving Station Pearl HarborOBLIQUE VIEW OF THE SOUTH WING AND WEST (FRONT) SIDE, WITH WILLAMETTE STREET IN FOREGROUND. - U.S. Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, Receiving Barracks, Willamette Street at Spruance Street, Pearl City, Honolulu County, HI (image source: Library of Congress). https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/download-1-e1512154235820.pngReceiving Station PearlOBLIQUE VIEW OF EAST (REAR) SIDE OF THE BUILDING. - U.S. Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, Receiving Barracks, Willamette Street at Spruance Street, Pearl City, Honolulu County, HI (image source: Library of Congress).2018-11-30T21:48:09+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-marine-corps-uniforms-and-jerseys/mid-1950s-home-white-marines-jersey/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/usmc-50s-2.jpg1950s Marines Home Jersey - LetteringNavy blue block athletic felt lettering is placed between the 2nd and 3rd buttons, eliminating the need for a color-matched button centered on the "I" as was done during WWII (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/usmc-50s-1-e1536367287995.jpg1950s Marines Home JerseyThis mid-1950s white home Marines jersey features blue rayon trim, blue wool athletic fel lettering, white pearlescent buttons and sold in August of 2018 for $100. (source: eBay image).2018-11-30T21:47:00+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-army-uniforms-and-jerseys/early-1950s-504th-parachute-infantry-regiment-jersey/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/504-ab-1-e1531511500257.jpg504 AB 12018-11-30T21:46:44+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-army-uniforms-and-jerseys/camp-hunter-liggett-satin/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/hl-3.jpgHunter Liggett JerseyCamp Hunter Liggett - 1940s Satin Jersey and ball cap made by Spalding. Lettering on the jersey's back (source: eBay image).2018-11-30T21:46:31+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-navy-uniforms-and-jerseys/aviation-squadron-uniform/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/39892300614_1d7f60eec4_b.jpg39892300614_1d7f60eec4_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/39708350215_f3bf9c0274_b.jpg39708350215_f3bf9c0274_bhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/21955992266_ce8d5473a0_b-e1512166130107.jpgAviation Squadron Uniform2018-11-30T21:46:18+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-army-uniforms-and-jerseys/47th-quartermaster-regiment-k-company-gilbert-mays-uniform/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/s-l1600-31.jpg47th Quartermaster Regiment, Company KA very typical WWII Army baseball uniform featuring an athletic felt numeral and thin black rayon soutache around the cuffs, collar and down the placket (source: eBay Image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/s-l1600-12.jpg47th Quartermaster Regiment, Company KNegro soldier and ball player, Carl Mays' WWII uniform set sold in July, 2018 for $284 (source: eBay Image). 2018-11-30T21:46:04+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-marine-corps-uniforms-and-jerseys/1955-marines-jersey/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/s-l1600-1-e1531503693636.jpg1950s USMC JerseyThis 1955 Marines jersey was listed at auction in July of 2018 with a requested initial bid price of $249.99. (source: eBay image).2018-11-30T21:45:48+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-marine-corps-uniforms-and-jerseys/1950s-usmc-uniform-set/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/1950s-usmc-7.png1950s USMC 7Perhaps one of the most visually appealing military baseball uniforms, this 1950s-era road gray USMC jersey and trousers set was sold in 2012 (source: eBay image).2018-11-30T21:45:31+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-marine-corps-uniforms-and-jerseys/1950s-marine-corps-league-baseball-uniform/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/22890750653_5576fa8a68_o-e1512161044506.jpgMarine Corps League Baseball UniformThis 1950s road gray uniform (Oliver Bros. of Philadelphia, PA) appears to be in decent condition yet shows signs of game use. It differs very much from the WWII era uniforms with the script lettering, rounded shirt tails (source: eBay image).2018-11-30T21:45:17+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-navy-uniforms-and-jerseys/1945-us-navy-road-gray-uniform-stan-musial/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/stan-musial-furlong-field-1945.jpgStan Musial - Furlong Field 1945As a member of the U.S. Navy's National League All-Stars, Stan Musial (hightligted) lines up for the pregame ceremonies during the September 26 through October 7, seven game series versus the U.S. Navy American League All-Stars.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/lf-e1532195229890.jpegStan Musial's 1945 Road Gray Navy Flannel Jersey(Image source: Heritage Auctions).2018-11-30T21:45:04+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-marine-corps-uniforms-and-jerseys/1944-1945-marines-jersey-red-cotton/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/39707973495_a4a2e9132f_b.jpg1944-1945 Marines Jersey - Red CottonConsiderably different from the white and gray flannel Marines uniforms, this one is constructed from cotton duck and trimmed with rayon.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/38793157210_8316e43b79_b.jpg1944-1945 Marines Jersey - Soutache and LetteringCloser detail of the soutache, moth-damaged lettering and the two-hole buttons. These buttons are unique to this jersey and one other that is in my collection (a blue cotton 5th Army baseball uniform). 2018-11-30T21:43:58+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-army-uniforms-and-jerseys/1944-1945-fifth-army-hq-blue-cotton/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/20170919_231211-1.jpgFirth Army HQ's Bannerhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/39708068365_c7922eb3aa_b.jpg1944-1945 Fifth Army HQ - Blue CottonThis jersey also has the accompanying trousers - both in cotton duck and trimmed with the red over white rayon soutache. The material was used rather than wool to allow for more breathing and to be cooler to wear in hotter climates. https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/26731256308_2affb93bd4_b.jpg1944-1945 Fifth Army HQ - Blue CottonShowing the lettering and trim on the placket. The red material is wool felt with the "Headquarters Co" stitched onto the long tail of the "Y". The thinner white rayon soutache is 1/2-inch wide and encircles the collar. The buttons are blue-plastic two-hole convex and are larger than most baseball uniform fasteners. The tail of the F is pulled away as the stitching is separated.2018-11-30T21:43:42+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-marine-corps-uniforms-and-jerseys/1943-44-home-white-marines-jersey/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/39708538445_e15b66c124_b.jpg1943-44 Marines home jersey, front.Showing the soutache and the blue button over the letter on the placket.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/40603575671_9dc53c3401_b.jpg40603575671_9dc53c3401_b2018-11-30T21:42:47+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-army-uniforms-and-jerseys/1941-50-us-army-fort-lewis-mascot-road-gray-jersey/2018-11-30T21:42:24+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-navy-uniforms-and-jerseys/1920s-us-navy-samoa-team-uniform/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/8433139266_ecf0b06560_b.jpgSamoa Jersey Collar and LetteringThe U.S. Navy maintained a base in Pago Pago, American Samoa from 1899 to 1951. The lettering across the chest seems to indicate that the jersey was used by naval servicemen during the 1920s in Samoa (source: eBay image).2018-11-30T21:42:06+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-army-uniforms-and-jerseys/116th-infantry-engineers-group/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/return.jpgreturnhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/116th-1-e1524086965457.png116th US Army Engineers Group(source: eBay image).2018-11-30T21:41:50+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/archive-of-military-baseball-uniforms/archive-of-army-uniforms-and-jerseys/1953-55-wiesbaden-flyers-gray-jersey/2018-11-30T21:41:02+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/06/27/my-first-baseball-militaria-at-bat-i-lead-off-with-the-marine-corps/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/27813424717_3eee6f134b_b.jpgTed LyonsFuture Hall of Fame Pitcher, 1st LT Ted Lyons poses in his Marines uniform on a pier (perhaps in San Francisco prior to departing for Pearl Harbor).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/37771472536_3eb91bf43c_b.jpgMarine Corps Team - Government League 1915Printed in this photo, "Marine Corps Team - Government League 1915."https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/4722260465_ac7b4c90ae_b.jpgUSS Smith Baseball TeamThe ship's baseball team from the USS Smith DD-378 from the late-1930's. My uncle is pictured in the back row, second from the right.2018-11-29T19:14:44+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2016/01/21/authenticating-a-military-championship-baseball/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/21458455874_068d5489a7_o.jpg21458455874_068d5489a7_oThe Overseas Invasion Services Expedition (OISE) All Star baseball team (source: Baseball in Wartime).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/7755137722_9b13589e15_o.pngThird Army Baseball Championship ProgramI managed to purchase this program and scorecard for the Third Army Championship games, hosted in early August of 1945 at Nuremberg Stadium in Germany.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/7755102440_2c2918af93_o.png7755102440_2c2918af93_oOpening the program reveals the score card for the Third Army Championship games.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/7755118048_a2253d40a6_o.png7755118048_a2253d40a6_oThe back of the program shows that Bob Hope was scheduled to be one of the performers for the troops attending the championship games.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/7755009710_6b874c56ba_o.png7755009710_6b874c56ba_oThe inscription appears to read: “1945 ETO Champions 71st Div” which could mean the ball was signed by players on one of teams who played at Nuremberg Stadium in August of 1945 (source: eBay).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/7755015400_85d2f70bb4_o.png7755015400_85d2f70bb4_oTwo last un-correlated signatures on the ball (source: eBay).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/7755008674_4e8abb8de7_o.png7755008674_4e8abb8de7_oThe signatures on the ball are crisp and clear yet I was unable to correlate them to any of the known players on the 71st Infantry Division team roster (source: eBay).2019-02-26T16:46:52+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/03/26/keeping-score-of-major-leaguers-serving-in-the-pacific/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/s-l16001-e1520613242915.jpgNavy vs Army All-Stars ProgramNavy vs Army All-Stars| Fourth game in the Central Pacific Championship Series. Naval Air Station Kaneohe versus Fleet Air Wing Detachment (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/s-l16001-e1520613269362.jpgProgram: Army vs Navy All StarsNavy versus Army All Star Game Program. October 6, 1944, Hoolulu Park, Hilo, HI (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/s-l1600.jpgNavy vs Major League All StarsNavy vs Major League All Stars score card, April 19, 1944 (source: eBay image).2018-11-29T19:10:17+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/11/27/navy-wartime-leather-extracting-history-from-a-vintage-glove/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/46052860731_0f999d4542_b.jpgUSS Savannah - Spalding model 322-14 Vintage Softball GloveOne of three locations marked with the USS Savannah ink stamp.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/45140889435_baac4fce11_b.jpgUSS Savannah - Spalding model 322-14 Vintage Softball GloveShowing the maker's logo and the model number (322-14) of the Spalding softball glove. https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/32181675508_889a5c70ed_b-e1543209809244.jpgUSS Savannah - Spalding model 322-14 Vintage Softball GloveThe handwritten "CPO" and "USS Savannah" markings are of the most easily discernible inscriptions on the glove.2018-11-27T18:31:48+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/12/04/coaching-cloudbusters-a-st-louis-scholastic-coach-teaches-aviation-cadets-during-the-war/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/mcconnell.pngThomas McConnellThomas McConnell (courtesy of University City High School Hall of Fame).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/1944-cloudbusters-team-e1543286967183.jpg1944 Cloudbusters TeamThe 1944 Cloudbusters team *source: U.S. Navy Pre-flight School, Chapel Hill, NC)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/1944-cloudbusters-coaches.jpg1944 Cloudbusters Coaches1944 Cloudbusters Coaching Staff (left to right): LT(jg) Tom McConnell, LCDR Glenn Killinger, LT Buddy Hassett, LT Howie Haak. The photo was inscribed and signed by McConnell, Killinger and Hassett for Howie Haak (Chevrons and Diamonds Collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/1944-cloudbusters-coaches-tom-mcconnell.jpg1944 Cloudbusters Coaches - Tom McConnellLieutenant (junior grade) Tom McConnell was part of head coach Glenn Killinger's 1944 Navy Pre-flight UNC Chapel Hill Cloudbusters coaching staff. McConnell signed this photograph, inscribing it, "To the Scout, Best of Luck and Good Scouting With the Future, Tom McConnell." 2018-11-27T03:53:39+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/11/13/discovering-new-research-avenues-sabr-and-the-u-s-navy-pre-flight-school-at-st-marys/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/st-marys-cover.jpgSt Mary's CoverThe artwork on the cover of he History of U.S. Navy Pre-flight School at St. Mary’s California is very typical of many annuals of the 1940s.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/1944-squad.jpg1944 SquadIn 1944, this team had such players as (Standing, left to right) Dick Hilkin, John Hutchinson, Alwin Tripp, Joe Gonzales, Bill Wright, Bill Priest, Al Niemiec, Ray Scarborough, Bill Rigney, Roy Humrichouse. Seated (left to right) are: Tim Conway, James Anderson, Dorn Kile, James Goebel, Robert Scott and Willard Lotter.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/1943-varsity-team.jpg1943 Varsity TeamMembers of the 1943 All-Service League championship team included names such as Evans, Rigney, Niemiec, Perry, Engle, McDowell, Sexton, Wright, Sanborn, Kohler, Cherry, HilkinDelaporte, Navoni, Gonzales, McGinnis, Pellett, Sikes (assistant coach) and Gheringer (coach).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/st-marys-vs-seabees.jpgSt Marys vs SeaBeesAn action shot in a game against a Seabees club (History St. Mary's Pre-Flight School book, published 1946).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/lcdr-charlie-geheringer.jpgLCDR Charlie GehringerFuture Hall of Fame Detroit Tigers second baseman, Lieutenant Commander Charles Gehringer coached the Navy Pre-flight cadets at St. Mary's from 1943-45 following his last season with the Tigers as their player-coach in 1942 (C&D collection).2018-11-11T03:42:14+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/10/18/a-growing-backlog-of-baseball-history-to-share/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/2018-10-17_07-49-47.jpgBaseball near the European Theater front linesThis press photo shows a game in progress, played by (what appears to be) paratroopers. The original caption read, "Infantrymen enjoy a game of baseball in a field "somewhere in France" during a rest period between action in the front lines, 19 August 1944 (Signal Corps Photo, author's collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/8.jpgEarl Ghelf Collection - 69th IDPrior to being added to the 29th ID team roster, Ghelf played for the 69th ID team. This photo shows the men seated on the "dugout" bench during their half of an inning.2018-10-18T12:58:15+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/09/26/countless-hours-of-research-and-writing-why-do-i-do-this-this-is-why/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/55-rammers.jpg55 Rammers Team BaseballUnbeknownst to Joshua Birmingham, his uncle had a Rammers team-signed baseball in his possession - though it lacked his grandfather's autograph (image source: Joshua Birmingham).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/rammers-frame1.jpg36th FA GP Rammers Frame DisplayFramed neatly with the Rammers team photo is the letter inviting Charles Emerick to a workout with the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field (image source: Joshua Birmingham).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/rammers-photo.jpgThe Rammers Baseball TeamWhile it is uncertain if this photo is showing the 1954 or 1955 Rammers team, it does show that it is signed by all members of the 36th FA GP squad, except for one - Charles "Chuckles" Emerick, 2nd row, far left (image source: Joshua Birmingham).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/img_84681.jpgChicago Cubs invitation and envelopeShowing Emericks tryout invitation from the Cubs organization with a handwritten not from the teams scout. The envelope is displayed beneath the invitation (image source: Joshua Birmingham).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/20180220_193309-1.jpg36th FA GP 1956 "Rammers"Another panel of signatures with the balls design feature stamp.2018-10-19T21:00:51+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/09/18/marines-baseball-the-many-the-pricey/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ridiculous-usmc-jersey.pngRidiculous USMC JerseyWhat makes this jersey a worthy and managable investment is the eBay payment plan (only $41 for 12 months) and the seller might even fly out and hand-deliver it to your door for that exorbitant shipping charge!https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/s-l1600-10.jpg1944-1945 Marines Jersey – Red Cotton (stamped markings)The stamp markings read: "Property of MWSG-27 Spec. Serv." This jersey was most-lkely used by personnel from the Marine Wing Support Group 27 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina and was issued by the War Department's Special Services group (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/white-and-blue.png1950s USMC White and Blue Marines JerseyOne of the most interesting jerseys to come to market in the last year, this 1950s white (with blue trim) was worth overpaying to the auction winner (it sold for double its value).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/image.png1943 Marine Corps JerseyPerhaps one of the most common military jerseys, this WWII jersey features the standard color-matched button on the letter "I."https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/image-3.png1950s Road Gray with Red Trim Marines JerseyThis seller has two Marines jerseys for sale at the same time and both of them are considerably overpriced. Buyers should expect to pay $50-75 for this flannel.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/image-2.pngWW2 Red Cotton Duck Marines JerseyThis is just the second cotton duck Marines jersey to surface in a decade and priced about $70 too high, this would be a great piece to for any baseball militaria collector.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/image-1.png1943 Marines road gray jerseyTwo WWII Marines road gray wool flannel jerseys for sale simultaneously by two seperate sellers? Proving that there is an abundance of this jersey type, the price should reflect the saturated market.2018-09-25T14:59:06+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/09/04/vintage-military-baseball-fakery-straight-deception-or-a-pickers-incompetence/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/usmc-ball-listing.pngUSMC Ball ListingHad the ball been authentic, the $150 opening bid price is still far above what it should be for a military baseball. The seller is also gouging on the shipping ($10 for a baseball as is shown in this screenshot) however the red flag for this listing is that the seller does not accept returns. This policy alone is an indicator that he does not stand behind his claims.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/usmc-ball-listing-1.pngUSMC Ball ListingThis screen grab of the auction shows the price gouging for the fake "USMC" baseball.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/fake-usmc-ball-6.pngFake USMC Ball 6Not the crisp lines on the partial "C" in the stamping. Also note the recent wear marks that pass beneath the tail of the C indicating that the stamp was added after the aging (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/fake-usmc-ball-5.pngFake USMC Ball 5Remnants of the ball's manufacturer's stamp are faint through the staninging and wear leaving one to wonder how the "U.S.M.C" stamp fared so much better during the years (source: eBay image)?https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/fake-usmc-ball-2-e1535138847521.jpgFake USMC Ball 2Taken at face value, this would appear to be a vintage, game-used baseball from the Marine Corps however, this ball is anything but a military-used item (source: eBay image).2018-09-04T20:37:10+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/09/11/game-worn-baseball-caps-of-wwii-3rd-air-force/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/20180901_143030.jpgUS Army Third Air ForceThe blue wool flannel of the 3rd Air Force ball cap is vibrant and in great condition with the exception of two stains that might be removed with a gentle cleaning.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/20180901_143118.jpgUS Army Third Air ForceThe emblem on the cap is merely a 3rd AF shoulder sleeve insignia that has been sewn to the front panel of the cap.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ha-1937-home-gehrig.pngHA 1937 Home GehrigThis 1937 Gehrig jersey sold in 2017 for $870,000 (image source: Heritage Auctions).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/1937-lou-gehrig-game-worn-jersey-768x710.png1937-Lou-Gehrig-game-worn-jersey-768x710This 1937 road gray Lou Gehrig game-used jersey sold this year for more than $900k (most-likely north of $1M). The Iron Horse's 1933 cap sold for 1/10th of this amount not too long ago (image source: Sports Collectors Daily).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/lou-gehrig-1.pngLou Gehrig's early 1930s capLou Gehrig's early 1930s cap sold for $191,200 (before buyer's premiums) in 2013 (image source: Heritage Auctions).2018-09-02T03:07:59+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/04/03/is-my-wwii-baseball-real/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/pbf5.jpgProfessional Baseball Fund BallThe Professional Baseball Fund ball is marked with Rawlings' standard logo for the war years (image source: Vintage Sports Shoppe).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/pbf1.jpgProfessional Baseball Fund BallThis is a prime example of a game-used Professional Base Ball Fund ball, made by the Rawlings Sporting Goods Company (image source: Vintage Sports Shoppe).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/military-war-ii-8-45b_grp_pd1.jpgMilitary War II 8.45b_Grp_PDU.S. Marines stationed in the South Pacific unpack a shipment of sports equipment, c. 1943-1945. Left to right: Captain Roscoe "Torchy" Torrance (Vice President of the Seattle Rainiers Pacific Coast League baseball club), Corporal Ronald Usher, Sergeant Karl Lipke, 1st Lieutenant Arthur Manush.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/professional-baseball-fund-ball-vintagesportsshoppe-com.jpgProfessional Baseball Fund Ball - Vintagesportsshoppe-com2025-01-12T18:14:53+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/07/31/gitmo-and-battleship-baseball-history/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/uss-tennessee-batting-practice.jpgUSS Tennessee Batting PracticeLive batting practice is held on the starboard quarter of the battleship, USS Tennessee (BB-43) in the late 1920s to early 1930s.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/uss-california-in-the-panama-canal-e1532053170345.jpgUSS-California-in-the-Panama-Canal-e1435461835943USS California as she appeared in the 1930s transiting the Panama Canal image source: visitpearlharbor.org).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/battleship_uss_maryland_bb-46_starboard.jpgBattleship_USS_Maryland_BB-46_starboardUSS Maryland prior to her post-Pearl Harbor modernization image source: WorldWarPhotos.org).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/s-l16002-e1532046067246.jpgBattle Fleet Group Baseball Elimination ProgramHeld at Guantanamo Bay, Cubahttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/s-l1600-51.jpgUSS Maryland vs USS CaliforniaComplete with fight songs2018-07-31T17:01:46+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/08/21/now-pitching-for-mickey-cochranes-bluejackets-of-great-lakes/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/rigney-lyons.jpgJohnny Rigney Receives a WatchThis type-1 photograph has a printed caption affixed to the back that reads: "July 3, 1942 - Johnny Rigney, who until his induction into the Navy a short time ago, was a leading White Sox hurler, got a watch from his former teammates when he appeared at Comiskey Park last night with the Great Lakes naval training station team against Chanute Field. He may hurl against All-Stars at Cleveland Tuesday. He may hurl against All-Stars at Cleveland Tuesday. Left to right are Dario Lodigiani, Mule Haas, Ted Lyons, Rigney, Thornton Lee and Orval Grove."2018-07-30T22:21:52+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/08/07/historic-threads-a-red-ball-express-veteran-and-ball-players-flannels/2018-07-20T19:24:30+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/donate-to-chevrons-and-diamonds/2018-07-13T22:30:51+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/j-f-scwendemen-wwii-baseball-collection/2018-07-13T21:12:10+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/library-of-military-baseball-scorecards-score-books-and-game-programs/1944-hawaii-baseball-league-sub-base-vs-army-7th-air-force/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/navy-sub-base-roster.pngWilliams Sportlight Hawaii Baseball League Program - Fourth RoundNavy Sub Base Roster (1943 Champions)Though this roster was fairly well-stocked, winning the 1943 league championship, Army leadership grew wearing from being dominated and worked to stack the deck in their favor against this squad (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/2018-07-09_07-12-27.pngWilliams Sportlight Hawaii Baseball League Program - Fourth Round - rmy 7th Air Force RosterA roster filled with pro-ball players (only two sem-pro and one unknown) from the majors, minors and one Negro leaguer, this team did dominate the Hawaii League during the summer of 1944 (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/2018-07-09_07-12-32.pngWilliams Sportlight Hawaii Baseball League Program - Fourth RoundSeeing the playing schedule is what makes these programs and scorecards invaluable for researching (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/2018-07-09_07-12-16.pngWilliams Sportlight Hawaii Baseball League Program - Fourth RoundThe cover of this single game program and scorecard is full of information and details that I have not seen before (source: eBay image).2018-07-13T18:08:14+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/07/10/close-to-completion-restoring-a-1950s-ferris-fain-signature-model-bat/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/20180705_185439.jpgFain GroupThe restoration nearly completed (save for the linseed oil finish), the bat already displays nicely with the signed baseball, original type-1 print, the glove and the two Hillerich & Bradsby pieces of advertising ephemera.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/20180617_194336.jpg7th AAFRecongizing Sgt. Ferris Fain's Army Air Force service, I stanged this photo with his restored bat, a singed baseball (modern) that Fain inscribed his American League batting championship years (1951 and '52) along with a 1943 U.S. Army-stamped Goldsmith glove and a 7th AAF shoulder sleeve insignia (Fain's unit and team during the war).2018-07-06T21:11:03+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/07/03/a-hidden-military-baseball-tragedy/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/at-11-kansan.jpgAT-11 KansanThis WWII-era and restored Beechcraft AT-11 Kansan looks very much like the aircraft that crashed taking the lives of three Victorville Bombers players image source: YouTube/sniperjdp).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/william-thomas-usaaf.jpgWilliam Thomas USAAFThough there is nothing within the image to give away the first baseman's identity, team or location, I bought the type-1 photograph hoping to uncover hidden details.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/s-l1600-4-e1530211519930.jpgWilliam E. Thomas Photo NotePerhaps it is worth pursuing Mrs. Loiffler and the sergeant who sent her this photo of Bill Thomas at some point. I am satisfied in identifying Thomas and the details surrounding his life and the sad circumstances of his death.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/s-l1600-5-e1530211418391.jpgWilliam E. Thomas PlateAttached to the back of the photo, this plate provided great clues that ultimately helped to identify the player and to discover what took his life.2018-06-28T23:15:55+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/04/09/u-s-marines-baseball-for-kiwis-and-aussies-during-wwii/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/heathdarrell3.jpgDarrell Heath - Wellington 1943In this image of former semi-pro ball player, Darrell Heath, the building that is visible in the background is the same as the one that can be seen in my photo of the posed USMC players (image source: US Militaria Forum).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2018-03-27_11-41-19.jpgBob Ryan Photos USMC Wellington, NZ"(left to right) Bob Richards, pitcher; Jim Bryant, catcher, Bob Ryan - South Pacific, 1943."https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/1-feb-1943-evening-post-new-zealand-baseball-on-show-marine-teams-meet.gif1 Feb 1943 Evening Post New Zealand - Baseball on Show - Marine Teams Meet2018-06-22T20:51:44+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/06/12/nothing-to-write-i-think-i-will-just-restore-a-vintage-bat-instead/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/2018-06-10_08-07-31.jpgHB Bat BrandThe Hillerich and Bradsby oval brand is very faint due to the typical shallow impressions seen on store model bats. The years of use have worn away the black foil that helped the lettering versus the burned branding seen on pro-model bats) to stand out (Image source: eBay).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/2018-06-10_08-07-46-e1528746060852.jpg2018-06-10_08-07-46.jpg(Image source: eBay).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/2018-06-10_08-07-37.jpg1950s Louisville Slugger - Ferris Fain Signature Stamp.jpg(Image source: eBay).2018-06-12T07:08:41+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/05/28/a-set-to-honor-teddy-ballgames-military-service/2018-05-29T17:47:52+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/05/21/establishing-an-online-military-baseball-scorecard-archive/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/20180511_103119-1.jpgUSAAF General Depot #5 All Star Classic | Memorial Day 1945This two-color score card from the USAAF General Depot #5 All Star Classic game played on Memorial Day, May 30, 1945, is in rough condition.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/20180511_103256-1.jpgUSASTAF Special Services Major League Baseball Stars ScorecardThis well-weathered scorecard from the USASTAF (United States Strategic Air Forces in the Pacific) game played by Major League Baseball Stars has seen better days. On the cover is written in pencil, "Names of players Inside. Games played on Guam during August and Sept. 1945."2018-05-26T00:27:59+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2016/05/16/obscure-military-baseball-jerseys-rare-finds-or-fabrications-2/2018-04-19T18:05:23+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/05/07/competition-awards-buckling-up-metal-baseball-treasure/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/johhnypesky.jpgJohhny Pesky in 2006 at Tropicana FieldBoston Red Sox legend shows off the World Series ring presented to him by the team following their first championship since 1918 (image by "Hackhix").https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/20180416_160731-1.jpgBoston Naval Base BuckleThe weight of this small buckle perhaps stems from a nickel face plate and solid brass mechanism.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/20180416_160642-1.jpgBoston Naval Base BuckleGiant Grip - PAT PEND "INVISIBLE" MADE IN U.S.A.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/20180416_160551-1.jpgBoston Naval Base BuckleThis Art Deco baseball themed design combined with the two-color "N" emblem caught my attention.2018-04-18T20:59:11+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/04/16/a-propeller-wings-and-a-baseball-a-diamond-from-bolling-field/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/i016-theresamdischler-300x231-e1522956905115.jpgI016.TheresaMDischler-300x231Theresa Dischler and her WAAC baseball team at Bolling Field in Washington, D.C. Dischler is in the back row, second from the left image source: Wisconsin Veterans Museum).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/20180108_173629.jpgLowe and Campbell Bolling Field JerseyThough it is difficult to discern in this image, the base material has become brittle and is separating at the top of the propeller, leaving a break in the gray flannel.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/2018-04-04-11-21-01.jpgLowe and Campbell Bolling Field JerseyThis jersey was most-likely made by Wilson but sold through their wholesaler and retailer, Lowe and Campbell, as indicated by the tag. Also present in the collar are hand-written digits that could be the airmans laundry number.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/40561316792_cbd74ebd28_b.jpgLowe and Campbell Bolling Field JerseyWorld War II or earlier) Bolling Field, US Army Air Force jersey. This uniform jersey is made of gray road) wool flannel with athletic felt lettering. The soutache is black rayon.2018-04-06T16:21:07+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2016/02/12/settling-the-score-between-the-army-and-navy-hawaii-1944/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/24909963655_85d7f261d7_b1.jpg1944 Army vs Navy All-Star Championship Series ScorecardScore card from Game 4 of the 1944 Army vs Navy Championship Series played at Hickam Army Army Air Force Base at Furlong Field.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/7thaaaieanh-7-jul-44.jpgJoe DiMaggio and Pee Wee Reese at Army-Navy Baseball Game07 Jul 1944 --- Original caption: 7/7/1944-Pacific: Sgt. Joe DiMaggio (L), former New York Yankee great, and Chief Specialist (Physical Training) Harold H. (Pee Wee) Reese, former star shortstop for the Brooklyn Dodgers, autograph baseballs for Vice Adm. Robert L. Ghormley, USN (second left), Commandant, 14th Naval District, & Commander, Hawaiian Sea Frontier, and for Brig. Gen.William J. Flood, USA, Chief of Staff of the 7th Air Force, Before a Central Pacific Area Service Championship game between the 7th AAF Nine and AIEA Heights Naval Hospital team. DiMaggio is an outfielder on the Army team, Reese plays with the hospital club. Navy team won, 5 to 4. --- Image by © Bettmann/CORBIShttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/opening-game-of-the-1943-season-furlong-field.jpgOpening game of the 1943 season furlong fieldThe opening game of the 1943 baseball season at Furlong Field. This diamond would see dozens of baseballs brightest and best don their spikes and military-team flannels to entertain the troops stationed in Hawaii during WWII.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/01-army-roster.pngOctober 1, 1944 Army Roster for the Army vs Navy All-Stars Game 7The Army roster does have a handful of major league players plus two Hall of Famers.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/24909963655_85d7f261d7_b.jpgScorecard from Game 7 of the Army vs Navy All-Stars Championship SeriesScore card from Game 4 of the 1944 Army vs Navy Championship Series played at Hickam Army Army Air Force Base at Furlong Field.2021-12-01T20:00:11+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/03/12/a-diamond-for-a-midway-hero/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/ts801.jpgLCDR John C. WaldronLieutenant Commander John Charles Waldron, USN, poses in front of a Douglas TBD-1 “Devastator” of Torpedo Squadron Eight, circa 1942, USS Hornet.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/40603004751_226108ab13_b.jpgWaldron NAAF JerseyThis gray wool flannel jersey was used by the baseball team from the Waldron Naval Aviation Auxiliary Field (NAAF) near Naval Air Station Corpus Cristi. https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/40602995201_b665735966_b.jpgWaldron NAAF JerseyUnlike many WWII-era jerseys, this uniform is stitched with cotton block lettering.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/26731139258_3ab80f882b_b.jpgWaldron NAAF JerseyThe two-color (red over blue) soutache encircles the collar and the sleeve cuffs. https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/40560669802_7773b7f5d8_b.jpgWaldron NAAF JerseyA large numeral made from the same material as the lettering is affixed on the jersey's back.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/waldron_tx_441.jpgWaldron_TX_44[1]Waldron NAAF was built as a satellite airfield in 1943 for nearby Corpus Christi Naval Air Station (National Archives Photograph, 1943).2018-03-12T14:13:06+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/03/05/seals-at-war/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/1946-sf-seals.png1946 SF SealsWhen WWII ended and the players returned from serving, the Seals roster was full of veterans (in capitals): Bottom row: EDDIE STUTZ, Neill Sheridan, Bruce Ogrodowski, DON TROWER, FERRIS FAIN, Morris (batboy), Hal Luby, Frank Rosso, Vince DiMaggio, Matzen (ball boy). 2nd Row: Lefty O'Doul (manager), Frenchy Uhalt, DON WHITE, SAL TAORMINA, TED JENNINGS, Roy Nicely, Joe Hoover, Mel Ivy, Del Young (coach). Top Row: Cliff Melton, DINO RESTELLI, Joe Sprinz, AL LIEN, BILL WERLE, Malone Saunders, Larry Jansen, Frank Seward, Ray Harrell, Douglas Loane, Jim Tobin, Emmett O'Neill, Hughes (trainer) Four of these war veterans would reach the majors in the following years,https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/wnp14-54681-e1520106625709.jpgDon White - 1940Donald William White enlisted into the U.S. Navy on 15 April, 1942 and served until his discharge on September 13, 1945. source: OpenSFHistory.org)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/fainferris.pngFain Ferris“I believe that playing service ball made the difference in me going to the major leagues. That’s because I got a chance to play against and with all these guys,” - Ferris Fain, SGT, USAAF WWIIhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/john-walter-dusty-mails.jpgJohn Walter Duster MailsDuster Mails spent 22 years playing professional baseball, finishing his career with the Seals in 1936, Mails, employed by the Seals in public relations, enlisted into the Marines at the age of 48 in 1942.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/20180219_161058.jpg1944 San Francisco Seals ScorebookThe wealth of information regarding Seals personnel who were serving in the armed forces that was covered in this 1944 scorebook was a nice surprise.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/20180219_161244-e1520027307580.jpg1944 Seals ScorebookThe very patriotic cover of the 1944 SF Seals scorebook motivated me to purchase.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/20180219_161327.jpgSeals Honor RollThe list of those serving included two KIA and one POW among the Seals personnel in the armed forces.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/20180219_161334.jpgSeals Honor RollMany of those listed would see some time on military diamonds, playing in leagues and all star games to provide entertainment and respite for troops.2018-03-03T21:40:23+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/02/12/military-baseball-competition-citizens-military-training-camps-baseball/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/platsburg-ny-obverse.jpgPlattsburg NY obverseThe reverse of the Plattsburg medals: engravings show that they were awarded for (left to right:): 50-yd breaststroke (1927), 400-yd run m(1929) and the 1939 intercompany relay race (image source: William K. Emerson | emersoninsignia.net).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/platsburg-ny-medals.jpgPlattsburg NY medalsThree athletic medals awarded to trainees at Plattsburg Training Center in Plattsburg, NY (image source: William K. Emerson | emersoninsignia.net).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/cmtc1.gifCitizens' Military Training Camps EmblemA component of the Army, the CMTC was part of the overall national defense program in conjunction with the National Guard and Army Reserves.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/20180131_212636-1.jpgC.M.T.C. Fort HowardMedal awarded to the 1928 CMTC Ft. Howard Baseball Champions.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/20180131_212718.jpgC.M.T.C Third Corps Area MedalThis medal was awarded to a baseball team from the Citizens’ Military Training Camps, Third Corps Area.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/20180131_212740.jpgC.M.T.C. MedalThe ribbon and planchet are in excellent condition but the brooch was lost some time ago, judging by the heavily corroded safety pin that was affixed as a replacement.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/20180131_212600.jpgC.M.T.C. Medal in original boxIn looking at the photos of the medal and box in the auction listing, the box appears to have been damaged in transit. The seller didn't protect the item from being crushed (it was bubble wrapped in a mailer envelope.2024-03-22T19:43:36+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/02/05/researching-a-wwii-army-baseball-team-75th-what/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/587d55b4_davis2.jpgRalph McLeodRalph McLeod (image source: BaseballReference.com)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/2018-02-02_08-41-38.jpgGil Hodges Alvin DarkOne of my vintage, original baseball images shows WWII combat Marine veteran, Gil Hodges (of the Brooklyn Dodgers) tagging out Alvin Dark of the NY Giants as he attempts to get back to the bag at first base. This is an original Barney Stein photo.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/2018-02-01_01-05-47.jpg75th Army TentsThe players from the 75th gathered in an army encampment.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/2018-02-01_01-08-54.jpgWith their gearThese four from the 75th are geared up and ready for the game. 2020-01-31T06:04:24+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2018/01/29/moving-past-last-years-wins-and-losses-goals-for-2018/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/s-l1600-5-e1517000866651.jpgPlain Baseball UniformThis heavily soiled baseball uniform dates from the early 1950s and is lacking any supporting documentation or photos. The lone black felt "A" could legitimately be from an Army team (source: eBay image).2018-01-26T21:12:50+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/04/10/powderhorn-baseball-seeking-on-the-diamond-photos-of-the-399th/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/3327534934_c219dfc022_o.jpgGehrig and Ruth JerseysAs seen in the Hall of Fame's traveling exhibit (for the 2001 All Star Game festivities), Lou Gehrig's and Babe Ruth's jerseys are on display. https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/3326698587_7003e76fbf_o.jpgTed Williams' JerseyOne of the "Splendid Splinter," Ted Williams' jerseys as displayed by the Baseball Hall of Fame traveling exhibit in 2001.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/399th-dui.jpg399th DUIThe metalic pin - distinctive unit insignia (DUI) for the 399th Infantry Regiment. This would have been worn on the lower lapels of the soldiers' dress uniform.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/27194794955_00c6bd61c6_o.jpg399th Jersey PlackardShowing a close-up of the convex two-hole buttons (which "could" indicate that this jersey was made by MacGregor-Goldsmith) and the soutache that encircles them (eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/27098994232_69d7d3850a_o-e1511993281101.jpgThe 399th Infantry Regiment Baseball Team UniformOther than being in need of dry-cleaning (if for no other reason than to remove the wrinkles), the overall condition of this baseball uniform is good (eBay image).2017-12-03T18:04:51+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/01/30/satin-on-diamonds-a-rare-wwii-army-baseball-uniform/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/campanella-roe-snider.jpgcampanella-roe-sniderDodgers in satin; left to right: Roy Campanella, Preacher Roe and Duke Snider (source: The Design Morgue).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/hl-2.jpgHunter Liggett Jersey and CapCamp Hunter Liggett - 1940s Satin Jersey and ball cap made by Spalding (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/hl-6.jpgHunter Ligget Satin BallcapCamp Hunter Liggett - 1940s Satin ball cap made by Spalding (source: eBay image).2022-11-28T00:23:57+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/12/04/how-does-one-place-a-value-on-history-pricing-a-military-baseball-uniform-group/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/s-l1600-121-e1510974952950.jpgKarlsruhe, Germany Baseball UniformThe front of the Karlsruhe, Germany baseball uniform shows the flannel "A," black soutache and heavy soiling (image source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/image-12.pngKarlsruhe, Germany Baseball Uniform Auction ListingWhen I saw this listing, I was intrigued. I initially made the assumption that the veteran must have been a Hall of Fame player due to the $5,000 asking price (image source: eBay screenshot).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/2-e1510974650588.jpgKarlsruhe, Germany Baseball Uniform(image source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/1-e1510974679277.jpgKarlsruhe, Germany Baseball JacketThe front of the Karlsruhe, Germany 12th Antiair Artillery group baseball team jacket (image source: eBay image).2017-11-21T22:52:04+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/11/20/japanese-influence-on-the-game-history-on-an-internment-camp-ball/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/yudarvishworldserieshoustonastrosvlosq8ptkzz6a0wl.jpgDodgers Pitchers Maeda and DarvishFormer Japan League and 2017 Dodgers pitchers Kenta Maeda and Yu Darvish proved to be formidable in the regular season rotation. Darvish struggled after winning two games in the first two rounds of the playoffs. Maeda, converted (for the post season) to a relief pitcher was dominant until he faced the Astros in the Series.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/hideonomo10.jpgHideo NomoDubbed "Tatsumaki" (the Tornado), Hideo Nomo's delivery was anything but conventional as it was reminiscent of Luis Tiant, turning his back to the batter before delivering the ball to the plate. Nomo was a bona fide star of the Japanese leagues before signing with the Dodgers prior to the 1995 season.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/s-l1600.jpg1940s Goldsmith 12inch Nisei SoftballThis Nisei players-signed 12-inch 1940s Goldsmith softball is an absolute historical treasure (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/image.png1940s Goldsmith 12inch Nisei Softball AuctionThe auction had an opening bid of $59.99 (source: eBay screenshot).2017-11-20T19:45:18+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/03/08/a-war-veteran-who-never-served/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/received_1235599309880574.jpegGoldSmith Catalog Page DW Glove.jpegThis page of the 1942 GoldSmith glove catalog shows the first year for the DW Elmer Riddle signature fielder's glove (courtesy of KeyManCollectibles.com)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/unnamed.pngGoldSmith Glove LogoThis GoldSmith logo (as shown on the Pete Reiser JCL model glove) is what was once prominent on my Elmer Riddle model (imagesource: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/riddleelmer.jpgElmer Riddle Cincinnati RedsElmer Riddle, pitcher (Cincinnati Reds, Pittsburgh Pirates; 1939-1949)2017-11-15T00:36:38+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/03/15/besides-their-gloves-rawlings-had-another-significant-wwii-veteran/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/usmc-rawlings.jpgUSMC RawlingsHarry Latino's creations go to war. This WWII-veteran Rawlings model glove is stamped with "USMC" on the heel of the palm (image source: Vintage Baseball Glove Forum).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/usmc-rawlings-stamp.jpgUSMC Rawlings StampA close-up of the USMC stamp on the heel of this Rawlings glove (image source: Vintage Baseball Glove Forum).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/basket-web-epic-sports.jpgBasket Web-Epic SportsRollie Latina's 1967-patented Basket Web. An integral feature within most of Rawlings gloves for five decades (source: Epic Sports, Inc.)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/us3321771-1.pngBasket Web PatentRollie Latina's Basket Web patent US3321771-1) from 1967..https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/rawlingsroundup6.jpgRollie Latina RelacingIn this vintage image, a young Rollie Latina laces a glove for a Detroit Tigers player.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/rawlingsroundup5.jpgrawlingsroundup5https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/rawlingsroundup4.jpgHarry with the AsHarry "The Glove Doctor" Latina consults with two Athletics players regarding their Rawlings gloves (image source: Vintage Baseball Glove Forum).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/rawlingsroundup2.jpgHarry and RollieShortly after WWII, Rollie watches his father Harry as he works with young outfielder, Johnny Groth of the Tigers.2017-11-15T00:36:08+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/03/27/introducing-my-inaugural-class-of-the-military-baseball-hall-of-fame/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/wp-1490413156382.jpgNaval Academy Baseball GroupThe entirity of my Naval Academy baseball collection consists of the 1917 Army-Navy game scorecard, Admiral Frank W. Fenno's highest batting average medal and the 1944 letterman's winged-"N".https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/max-leslie.pngMax LeslieI can't help but consider Leslie's skills on the diamond translating to his skills as a dive-bomber pilot.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/leslie-bender-1926.pngLeslie Bender 1926Two Hall of Famers: Max Leslie (front, row 4th from the right) and Chief Bender (front row, far right) led the 1926 Midshipmenhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/callaghan.pngCallaghanThis page from the 1910 Lucky Bag shows Daniel Callaghan holding his catcher's mitt.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/callaghan-1911.pngCallaghan 1911The 1911 Midshipmen. Daniel J. Callaghan was the starting catcher for the team that posted a 7-9-1 record.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/1908-rk-turner.png1908 RK TurnerAs a midshipman, Richmond K. Turner managed the 1908 Annapolis ball club.2017-11-15T00:35:13+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/04/18/baseballs-american-indian-heritage-should-not-be-about-wrong-vs-right/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/c0ff13382580db1d9688b17a872a1b82.jpgLarry Doby WahooNegro and Major League star, Larry Doby's uniform showing the current Chief Wahoo caricature.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cleveland-indians-earl-averill-and-odell-hall-c1937.jpegAverill Earl 1364_92_Grp_CSUCleveland Indians Earl Averill and Odell Hale c.1937 (source: Baseball Hall of Fame).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/image1.pngChief Wahoo - 1937A close-up of Odell Hale's (of the Cleveland Indians) left sleeve showing an older "Chief Wahoo" logo patch in 1937 (source: Baseball Hall of Fame).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/apache-team.pngApache TeamApache baseball team that beat the U.S. Cavalry team in the 1890s.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/geronimo-1898.jpgGeronimo 1898The great Apache, Geronimo, circa 1898.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/nebraska-indians.jpgNebraska IndiansGuy W. Green's Nebraska Indians (source: Dispatches from the LP-OP)2017-11-15T00:33:50+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/05/16/republic-baseball-mystery-medallion/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/waco_cg-4a_usaf.jpgWaco_CG-4A_USAFThe Boeing Wichita plant began turning out these Waco CG-4A gliders in 1942 under a subcontract from Cessna (US Air Force Image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/download.jpg1949 Republic Aviation Baseball MedallionThis medallion from 1949 was sold in an earlier auction listing.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/republic_aviation_logo.pngRepublic_Aviation_logoClose examination of the medallion, the Republic Aviation logo (sans the word-mark) is superimposed over set of Air Force pilots' wings.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/buster-bray.jpgBuster BrayClarence "Buster" Bray of the 1941 Boston Braves worked for Republic Aviation early in the war prior to serving in the armed forces.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/republic-medalion.jpgRepublic MedalionA medallion for a Republic Aviation baseball team member.2017-11-15T00:33:15+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/05/24/patching-up-the-game-baseball-uniform-embroidery/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/20170430_085112-1.jpgKunsan Baseball PatchThis 1955 jacket or sweater patch originates from an Air Force team from the Kunsan (Korea) Air Base and was most-likely, locally made.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/20170430_085135.jpgKunsan Patch ReverseMy Kunsan Air Base baseball team patch is fully-embroidered and appears (by the construction) to have been made locally in Korea.2017-11-15T00:32:15+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/10/30/progression-from-cards-to-photos-seeking-imagery-of-those-with-service/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/snider.pngSniderDuke Snider's 1956 Topps baseball card.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/reese.pngReeseHarold "Pee Wee" Reese's 1956 Topps.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/hodges.pngHodgesThe 1956 Gil Hodges Topps card.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/gill-hodges-1957-topps-80-back-e1509051833833.pngGill Hodges 1957 Topps #80 BackThe 1957 Topps card for Gil Hodges shows his service in the Marine Corps in 1944-45 before resuming his career with the Dodgers after the war.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/1957-gil-hodges-e1509051582917.png1957 Gil HodgesGil Hodges' 1957 Topps card. Following the '56 set, these seemed a bit more plane but they included the player's full major league statistics.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/37-2016296509bk.jpgSnider's 1956 Topps BackThe reverse of Snider's '56 has no mention of his military service.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/37-260bk.jpgPee Wee Reese's 1956 ToppsThe back of Pee Wee Reese's 1956 Topps.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/37-145bk.jpgBack of Hodges 1956 ToppsGil Hodges' 1956 Topps card.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/1945-intra-squad-okinawa.jpg1945 Intra-Squad OkinawaUSMC intra-squad game held in 1945 on Okinawa. No other details or inscription was provide with this photograph leaving me with no idea if this was before during or after the cessation of combat activities on the island.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/marines-in-santo-domingo-circa-1916-1924.jpgMarines in Santo Domingo circa 1916-1924Some speculate that the Marines introduced the game to the locals while they were in country on Santo Domingo in 1916. If they didn't bring the game there, the Marines certainly influenced the locals with their own gameplay.2017-11-15T00:29:14+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/04/03/nisei-relocation-camp-baseball-authenticating-a-uniform/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ansel_adams2c_baseball_game_at_manzanar2c_19431.jpgAnsel_Adams_Baseball_game_at_Manzanar_1943[1]Baseball game at Manzanar War Relocation Center, Owens Valley, California, 1943. (Source: Library of Congress: Ansel Adams)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/6814346825_87c07bf12a_z1.jpg6814346825_87c07bf12a_z[1]Relaxing behind the lines: members of the 442nd RCT take in a game in France in 1945 (source: Oregon Nikkei Endowment on Flickr).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/442nd_rct1.jpg442nd_RCT442nd RCT baseball team (source: Baseball's Greatest Sacrifice).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/s-l1600-8.jpgNisei Baseball TeamThis Nisei team photo shows some of the players wearing (what appears to be) the same uniform that is listed within the auction (eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/s-l1600-13.jpgNisei Baseball UniformThis three-piece baseball uniform set could have been originally used by a professional team as noted by the ghosted lettering across the jersey front (eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/nisei-uniform.jpgNisei Uniform ListingThe uniform sold for less than $400 which, if it truly is from a Nisei and minor league team, is worth the selling price (eBay screenshot).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/received_10205679805447515.jpegMilitary Baseball Artifacts - Fifth Army Uniform, WWIIShown here as part of a public display in 2015, are the 5th Army HQ jersey and trousers.2017-10-11T17:19:23+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/09/12/barbary-wars-naval-heroes-and-baseball/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/14399477463_75ce92f17f_b.jpgReuben James at batA USS Rueben James (DD-245) batter at the plate and a catcher read to receive. The field is lined with sailors in their service dress blue uniforms. The inscription on the image reverse sates that the game was played in Pola, Italy (94 km SW of Venice) in 1921. — at Pola, Italy.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/14192664609_f6bc6fd5fd_b.jpgUSS Reuben James Ball ClubThis photo shows sailors from the USS Rueben James (DD-245) in their team baseball uniforms along with sailors in nondescript baseball uniforms as well as sailors in service dress whites. The image caption mentions a game played against the USS Gilmer (DD-233) a sister ship of the Clemson class. The game was played in Brioni, Italy (about 76km from Venice) with Rueben James downing the Gilmer, 27-14. — at Brioni, Italy.2017-09-12T02:06:32+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/08/05/marine-corps-baseball-caps-the-end-of-my-drought/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/6129108584_be290685cb_o.jpgWWII Road Gray Marines Baseball UniformMy WWII Road Gray Marines Baseball Uniform includes the trousers. Some variations or trousers also have the red soutache running down the side of each pants leg (source: eBay image).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/20170529_231631.jpgWWII Cotton Marines JerseyAnother indication of the lettering material are the visible moth nips. The cotton material is flawless.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/20476509_10210871732202439_2219369057302832664_n.jpgCotton Twill USMC Baseball CapThe design is very reminiscent of ball caps of the 1940s and 50s. (source: eBay image)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/34363020563_fa7a412ba5_b.jpgUSMC Navy Blue WWII Baseball CapThis navy blue wool cap has seen better days (there is some damage to the middle of the bill). Note the wool yellow "M" and how it matches the blue lettering on the accompanying photograph.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/35364098130_f6ef1ac249_b.jpgHome white Marines jerseyThis wool flannel jersey shares design and construction with the grey and red uniform that launched my military baseball collecting. The blue cap with yellow "M" is seen the jersey.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/20385674041_a4918711b0_o.jpgWWII Cotton USMC JerseyThis Marines jersey is constructed from a cotton canvas material (known as "duck" or twill) and is more lightweight and breathable than the wool counterpart uniforms. 2017-08-01T03:20:45+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2016/04/04/the-corps-on-the-diamond-us-marines-baseball-uniforms/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/8.jpgNegro USMCThe service teams, though segregated (like the wartime U.S.armed forces) also featured African-American teams and the Marines were no different. This team from Montford Point (at Camp Lejune, NC) featured a star of the Negro Leagues (Dan Bankhead) who would go on to be the first pitcher in the major leagues, playing for the Brooklyn Dodgers. Note the two squads of players – those on the left are wearing the road gray and the players on the right are in white.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/9.jpgNevil's DevilsThis photo taken in 1945 on Kwajalein Island shows “Nevil’s devils” who were runners-up in the Island championship. The team was coached by. LTCOL Nevils (photographer – Thorpe, Clell – source: VMB613.com).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/7.jpgBootsBrooklyn Dodgers and U.S. Marines pitcher, Boots Poffenberger demonstrates his wind-up (source: Gary Cieradkowski)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/5.jpgCasey and BootsShowing pitchers (at left) Hugh Casey and Cletus “Boots” Poffenberger, this photo was snapped in 1945 prior to match between Casey and Poffenberger’s teams. Poffenberger’s Marines defeated Casey’s squad from the Aiea Naval Hospital, 2-0.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/6.jpgBivin and DorsettBig Leaguers Jim Bivin (left) and Cal Dorsett (right), playing for the 2nd Marine Division team in the Pacific in 1945, are visited by former Braves outfielder-turned USAAF 1st Lt. Tom Winsett at center (source: baseballinwartime.com).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/3.jpgFMFThis Fleet Marine Force (FMF) featured Vernal Leroy “Nippy” Jones (standing, far right) who played parts of seven seasons in the major leagues between 1946 and 1957, seeing action on two World Series champion teams (’48 Cardinals, ’57 Braves). (source: Gary Cieradkowsk)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/4.jpgVMB 611Marine Bombing 611′s squadron baseball team in 1945 at Zamboanga on the island of Mindanao, Philippines, late in the war (source: VMB611.com).2022-07-28T18:20:39+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2016/03/02/stars-stripes-and-diamonds-photographs-of-americas-pastime-in-uniform/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/24669498752_310c3398b6_b.jpg24669498752_310c3398b6_bBaseball game between Frederick Army Air Field and Pampa Army Air Field, 7 July, 1945.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/14399477463_75ce92f17f_z.jpg14399477463_75ce92f17f_zA USS Rueben James (DD-245) batter at the plate and a catcher read to receive. The field is lined with sailors in their service dress blue uniforms. The inscription on the image reverse sates that the game was played in Pola, Italy (94 km SW of Venice) in 1921. — at Pola, Italy.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/13884460101_4abcce5842_z.jpg13884460101_4abcce5842_zGI Baseball team in the South Pacific. More than likely, these men are either USMC or Navy personnel. The reverse of this image has hand-inscribed list of names of the players pictured.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/8496319679_ca7403ee50_b.jpg8496319679_ca7403ee50_bThe USS Maine's baseball team from 1898 was photographed just days before the ship was destroyed by an overpowering explosion that left 266 of her 375 men, and invariably many of these ballplayers, dead.2017-03-31T16:47:11+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2016/06/08/heading-home-raimondis-ultimate-sacrifice/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/raimondi-tigers.jpgRaimondi TigersErnie Raimondi's tenure with the Tigers was favorable and landed him back with the Seals to finish out the '38 season.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/1938-tacoma-tigers.jpg1938 Tacoma TigersThird baseman, Ernie Raimondi (front row, second from left) with the 1938 Tacoma Tigers.2017-03-31T16:47:11+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2016/11/23/hot-stove-league-winners-and-losers/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/s-l1600-3.jpgFort Sill Auction GroupThe auction listing showed an array of posed photos and the coveted team picture. (Source: eBay)2017-03-31T16:47:11+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2016/01/15/a-passion-for-the-military-game/2017-03-25T15:03:57+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/selective-serviceconscription/2017-03-08T14:47:00+00:00weekly0.6https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2017/02/13/navy-major-league-uniform-insignia-ratings-for-ballplayers/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/13884454272_878fceff98_b-1.jpgPlay on Uncle Sam's Team NowSeptember 18, 1943 - Hugh Casey (left), former Brooklyn pitcher, and Pee Wee Reese, former Brooklyn shortstop, wear different uniforms now but are still playing top notch ball. They are the nucleus for a service team at the Naval Air Station, Norfolk, VA (author's collection).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/norfolk_naval_training_station_bluejackets__norfolk_virginia.jpgnorfolk_naval_training_station_bluejackets__norfolk_virginiaHarold "Pee Wee" Reese takes a swing at the plate for the Norfolk Training Station's Blue Jackets team. (Former) New York Yankees' shortstop Phil Rizzuto (nearest at left) watches with his Bluejackets teammates.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/military-feller-and-walker-cooper-bl-87.jpgmilitary-feller-and-walker-cooper-bl-87Chief Feller (left) meets with his catcher, Walter Cooper at the Great Lakes Naval Training Center.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/fellermil.jpgBob Feller In Military Uniform W/Sailors23 Aug 1945, Chicago, Illinois, USA --- 8/23/1945-Chicago, IL: With papers placing him on the Navy's inactive list in hand, Chief Specialist Bob Feller, Cleveland Indian pitcher, finds plenty of volunteer catchers in case he decides to practice his pitching arm and toss away precious papers. Feller waves goodbye as he leaves the Navy Demobilization Center at Navy Pier. --- Image by © Bettmann/CORBIS2017-02-11T17:23:01+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2015/12/21/my-jersey-and-the-duke/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/135_6344_large.gif135_6344_largehttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/united-states-navy-1918-ballcap.jpgunited-states-navy-1918-ballcaphttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/088ae43ee6f994abbeee3a4411813e77.jpg088ae43ee6f994abbeee3a4411813e772017-02-08T14:51:56+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2016/09/26/major-league-flannel-in-the-foxhole/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/usnbn-close.jpgusnbn-closeThis style of collar began to appear with the New York Giants in 1906 and became more commonplace by 1911 across most teams. The 3/4 sleeve was a departure from the full-length long sleeves of the late 19th century. These uniforms also feature pinstripes and a darker material that follows the button strip and continues upward and around the collar.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/29174670630_07945500a2_o.jpg29174670630_07945500a2_oThis photo was most-likely shot during the Great War, if not a year or two earlier.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/army-air-force-bb-team-cincinnati.jpgarmy-air-force-bb-team-cincinnatiUnited States Army Air Force ballplayers. There is a hodgepodge of uniforms on display in this image. In addition to the Cincinnati and "M" jerseys, the player in the front row (2nd from right) is wearing a uniform with thin, double-piping). The player in the bomber jacket (front row, far left) is wearing a 6 panel hat with piping outlining each panel.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/cincy.jpgcincyThe Cincinnati uniform in question. Is this from the MLB Reds team or, perhaps the University of Cincinnati Bearcats? Note the uniform features (lettering, lettering arch, piping trim placement and size).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/bomberwing.jpgbomberwingJudging by the parked heavy bomber (perhaps a B-17) and the close proximity combined with the landscape, I am betting that this photo was taken somewhere in England in 1943-1945.2016-09-21T19:35:25+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.org/2016/04/27/wearable-nostalgia-military-baseball-t-shirts-from-eff/https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/3552_7144_large.jpgThird Marine DivisionWant to wear your passion for military baseball without spending $200 for a reproduction jersey? These military Tees from Ebbets Field Flannels are the perfect solution.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/3551_7142_large.jpg3rd Army Red CirclersThe Red Circlers represented the 71st Infantry Division of the Third Army. Sergeant Ewell Blackwell (pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds), tossed a no-hitter in the 2nd game of the Third Army Championship Series against the 76th Division Onaways in Augsberg, Germany. After their 3-2 series victory over the Onaways, the Red Circlers went on to sweep the 29th Infantry Division to claim the Ground Force Championship title. (source: EFF)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/3546_7139_large.jpg7th USA Air ForceThe Seventh Air Force was stationed at Hickam Field Army Air Force Base in Honolulu, Hawaii. In 1944, New York Yankee legend Joe DiMaggio was transferred to the Hickam Field to serve as sergeant. On June 4th, 1944, Dimaggio and the Seventh Air Force baseball team faced off against the Navy (whose roster included greats like Phil Rizzuto and Pee Wee Reese). The Navy won the game 6-2, in spite of a 453ft home run blast by Sgt. DiMaggio.(source: EFF)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/3550_7147_large.jpgSub Base Pearl HarborThe Pearl Harbor Submarine Base ballclub was managed by former Washington Senators pitcher, Walt Masterson. The Sub Base won the 14th Naval District League Championship game in September 1945 over the Aiea Barracks squad. Over 21,000 filled Furlong Field to watch the contest. (source: EFF)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/3553_7146_large.jpgU.S. Navy All-Stars T-ShirtThe U.S. Navy All-Stars fielded a team that featured Cookie Lavagetto, Bill Wright, Ray Lamanno, and Joe Hatten. On June 5th, 1943- they defeated the Army All-Stars 7-6 at Seals Stadium in San Francisco, California (source: EFF)https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/stadings-ms.jpgStandings MsThe Mariners are surging and surprising the naysayers (including me).https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/stadings-sox.jpgStandings SoxBig Papi's final ride of his career finds his Sox sharing the AL East lead spot.https://chevronsanddiamonds.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/stadings.jpgNL West 4-26-2016Despite dropping two straight to the Marlins at home, the Dodgers remain in front of the NL West.2016-09-04T23:11:55+00:00monthlyhttps://chevronsanddiamonds.orgdaily1.02026-04-03T18:08:53+00:00