Lapel Pin
Photo credit: Michael Hnatov
Accession Number: C.2012.355.18
Dimensions: 1 in diameter
Dimensions (Metric): 2.54 cm diameter
Dimensions (Metric): 2.54 cm diameter
Source: Joel Perry
Credit Line: Gift of the Perry family
Description
Lapel pin related to the 9/11 Memorial dedicated at Seaford High School created in memory of the Seaford alumni victims including John William Perry. The circular lapel pin is gold-colored and is engraved with an image of a Viking ship with five oars, one for each of the victims. Engraved text around the border reads: "SEAFORD HIGH SCHOOL | 9/11 MEMORIAL."
Lapel pin related to the 9/11 Memorial dedicated at Seaford High School created in memory of the Seaford alumni victims including John William Perry. The circular lapel pin is gold-colored and is engraved with an image of a Viking ship with five oars, one for each of the victims. Engraved text around the border reads: "SEAFORD HIGH SCHOOL | 9/11 MEMORIAL."
Historical Notes
Freeport, Long Island, native John Perry lived in Manhattan. He was an NYPD officer with the 40th Precinct and a New York State Guard first lieutenant. John also held a law degree and served on the New York Civil Liberties Union board. John was planning to retire from the NYPD to work full time as a lawyer. Off duty on September 11, Officer Perry responded to the towers. He was 38 years old
Freeport, Long Island, native John Perry lived in Manhattan. He was an NYPD officer with the 40th Precinct and a New York State Guard first lieutenant. John also held a law degree and served on the New York Civil Liberties Union board. John was planning to retire from the NYPD to work full time as a lawyer. Off duty on September 11, Officer Perry responded to the towers. He was 38 years old
