Patch
Photo credit: Museum staff
Accession Number: C.2008.879.16
Dimensions: 2.875 in X 3 in X 0.125 in
Dimensions (Metric): 7.3025 cm X 7.62 cm X 0.3175 cm
Dimensions (Metric): 7.3025 cm X 7.62 cm X 0.3175 cm
Source: Anthony LaRocca
Credit Line: Gift of Anthony J. LaRocca
Description
John C. Mandel Special Services uniform patch. The square black patch is features yellow embroidered text that reads: "WORLD TRADE CENTER | SPECIAL SERVICES | JOHN C. MANDEL."
John C. Mandel Special Services uniform patch. The square black patch is features yellow embroidered text that reads: "WORLD TRADE CENTER | SPECIAL SERVICES | JOHN C. MANDEL."
Historical Notes
A native of lower Manhattan, Anthony LaRocca worked in the World Trade Center between 1979 and 1986, serving as a security guard, elevator starter, and other roles that made him familiar with the layout and back-of-house functioning of the Twin Towers. His gift to the Museum includes uniform patches that reflect changes in the companies contracted to provide security services in the complex.
A native of lower Manhattan, Anthony LaRocca worked in the World Trade Center between 1979 and 1986, serving as a security guard, elevator starter, and other roles that made him familiar with the layout and back-of-house functioning of the Twin Towers. His gift to the Museum includes uniform patches that reflect changes in the companies contracted to provide security services in the complex.
