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Navy Wardroom Napkin Ring – USS Stanly (DD-478) – Torpedo Officer. This is an authentic U. Navy wardroom napkin ring from the USS Stanly (DD-478), a Fletcher-class destroyer that earned 8 battle stars during World War II. The lightweight metal ring is engraved: TORPEDO OFFICER – U. STANLY Historical Background In the officers’ wardroom, napkin rings were used to assign and reserve each officer’s napkin. The USS Stanly played a prominent role in Pacific operations, including engagements at Bougainville and the Battle of Kula Gulf. This ring is not just a utilitarian mess item, but a tangible link to naval tradition and shipboard life aboard a decorated WWII destroyer. Navy officer’s napkin ring Marked for the Torpedo Officer of the USS Stanly Constructed of lightweight, corrosion-resistant metal Rare position-specific artifact with strong historical context Condition Good condition with minor surface wear consistent with age and service use. The lightweight metal ring is engraved. TORPEDO OFFICER – U. In the officers’ wardroom, napkin rings were uséd to assign and reserve each officer’s napkin. Navy officer’s napkin ring. Marked for the Torpedo Officer of the USS Stanly. Constructed of lightweight, corrosion-resistant metal. Rare position-specific artifact with strong historical context. Good condition with minor surface wear consistent with age and service use. Our items are available for pick-up. No additional information at this time. You might also like. Starboard Running Light, Brass, 14″ H X 10″ W, circa WWII. USS Sea Lion (SS-195) Submarine. USS Hackleback (SS-295) Submarine. USS Steelhead (SS-280) Submarine.

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