Lot 43
Bush, George. Official Vice Presidential Barge flag assigned to Vice President Bush. It is 3 feet by 4 feet and has the official numbers and indication that it is for the Vice President printed on the canvas border: "Flag, Vice President / DLA100-88-M-EC91 / 8345-00-245-2781 / Hoist 3 Ft., Fly 4 Ft. / Annin & Co." The colorful flag has a Federal Eagle with "E Pulribus Unum" between its upswept wings; a navy star is at each corner. It was given to Master Sergeant Larry H. Branscum while he was assigned to the Vice President between April 1987 and January 1989. Branscum provides a note of provenance dated June 14, 1989, typed on a white card imprinted with a blue Presidential Seal and "The White House / Washington." He notes, "A barge flag is hoisted upon the arrival of the V.P. aboard an official Naval vessel. The American flag flew at the top and the barge flag below." Included is a photocopy of a certificate that accompanied a Meritorious Service Medal received by Branscum. A very attractive and decorative flag.
Estimated Value $500 - 600.
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