Object Details
Astronaut
David M. Brown
Manufacturer
Unknown
Summary
This Israeli flag patch belonged to Space Shuttle astronaut David M. Brown. He flew on Shuttle mission STS-107 (2003) and died when Columbia disintegrated during reentry. Before he joined NASA, Brown earned a medical degree, served in the U.S. Navy, and became a flight surgeon and naval aviator. He collected pins and patches such as this during his career as an astronaut, which took him on frequent trips to Russia. After the shuttle mission ended in tragedy, his family gave this and other personal items to the Museum, which he had enjoyed visiting in his youth.
Credit Line
Gift of Paul D. and Dorothy R. Brown.
Inventory Number
A20070160000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Accessories
Materials
embroidered patch, cloth and thread
Dimensions
2-D - Unframed (H x W): 5.1 x 7.6cm (2 x 3 in.)
Country of Origin
Unknown
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Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A20070160000