This group consists of the effects of S2c Leo Hermann of Wichita, Kansas who served aboard the USS Pasadena (CL-65) during WWII. His effects were found in one civilian suitcase in his home. Some are in near mint, never worn condition. Especially rare to find like this are his chambray shirt, t-shirt, and boxers. While I do realize that a few of these items would bring a premium listed alone I am hoping that a Navy collector would be as enthusiastic to own this grouping complete as I was to find it. Most of these items S2c Hermann put away were freshly stenciled and never worn. I was able to locate several records of Navy Muster rolls that registered Hermann aboard the USS Pasadena. His serial on the rolls matches those on his effects. Also included is a letter concerning his taxes addressed to him aboard the Pasadena. I included an image clipping of the roll and will paste the source citation below. Part of this listing is a thorough itemized listing of each article. I have also linked further images. I have been as detailed about any flaws as I can. Please be sure to read the description before asking questions.
-------------------List of effects of S2c Hermann:
-Sterling ID Bracelet, Reads: “Leo Hermann, US Navy, 344-19-57”
-1 Chambray Shirt, Mint/ Never Worn. Stenciled, right breast: “Hermann, L.H.” Stenciled, back/shoulders: “Hermann, L.H.”
-1 T-Shirt, Mint/Never Worn, Stenciled: “L.H. Hermann across breast and front seam. Button holesreinforced at either side to button in trousers.
-1 Hairbrush, Issued.
-1 Pillowcase, Stenciled.
-1 Silk Scarf for wear with undress blues, still rolled with cotton string tying it in place across center.
-1 Pair never worn wool gloves, size medium.
-3 Hankies, Issued. Stenciled “LHH”
-1 Pair, Boxer Shorts, Checkered thin cotton, Stenciled “Hermann, L.H.” in 3 places.
-1 Pair, Blue Rayon Stockings w/ Paper Tag. Never Worn.
-1 Pair, Cotton Stockings, Rolled.
-1 Watch Cap, 3 flaws where the weaving has slightly unraveled. All smaller than a dime (Largest Pictured.) Stenciled; “Hermann, L.H. 344-19-57”Tagged, White Cotton; “Name: Hermann. Rate: CO49LH. Contract NXsx 92575
- 1 Pr. Wool Swim Trunks: Stenciled, front waist; “Hermann, L.H.” Stenciled, rear waist; “344-19-57”
- 1 Wool Watch Sweater: One “Hole” and Paint Glob from stenciling, front neck. Pictured. Stenciled, Back Shoulder (Illegible): “Hermann, L.H.” Inside, Stenciled: “Hermann, L.H.”
- 1 Flat Hat. No mothing or damage.
- 1 Pair, Deck White Trousers. Fine Condition. Stenciled at hem; “Hermann, L.H.”
- 1 Blouse, Deck White, Stenciled. Fine Condition.
- 1 Blue Belt- 1 White Belt, Stenciled: “L.H. Hermann”
- 1 Collared Cotton Dress Shirt, Never Worn, Shows noticeable foxing from humidity and probably from chipboard mount it is folded on. Collar tag reads; “Cameron Co. Napa, Calif.”
- 1 Set Undress Blues Blouse, Ribbon Rack, Victory Medal, USNR Discharge Pin, and Trousers. No mothing, excellent Roll Clipping:Collared Shirt:Neck Hole on Sweater:Wool Watch Gloves:Stockings (Rolled):Tag, T Shirt:1st Bucket Hat:2nd Bucket Hat:Deck Whites:Largest Hole, Watch Cap:Never Worn Stockings:Tag, Collared Shirt:Boxers, Misc:Zoom, TShirt, Mint:--------------------Muster Roll Citation:National Archives at College Park; College Park, Maryland, United States; Muster Rolls of U.S. Navy Ships, Stations, and Other Naval Activities, 01/01/1939 - 01/01/1949; Record Group: 24, Records of the Bureau of Naval Personnel, 1798 - 2007; Series ARC ID: 594996; Series MLR Number: A1