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Lamp is made from a projectile and is attached to a wooden base. The projectile depicts, in relief artistic technique, a waving sailor with a woman holding on to his arm. Additionally, the name "Marie" is also in relief on the projectile. The relief artistic technique refers to when the background of a material such as stone, ivory, or metal is sunk to make the foreground protrude. Most of the projectile is decorated with a technique called "pebbling" which is when the surface is decorated with indentations. The lamp is missing a light bulb socket and electrical cord.

Lamp has a projectile shaped piece of wood attached to a wooden base. Attached to projectile shaped piece of wood are two medals and a medallion. One medal is an Austrian bravery medal depicting Charles I, Emperor of Austria (also known as Karl I). The medallion says "GOTT MIT UNS" (God with us) and depicts a crown and a laurel wreath. The second medallion is in the shape of an Iron Cross, has a crown at the top, the letter "W" (for Kaiser Wilhelm) and the year "1914." For more information about the medals and medallion, refer to the other notes in record. Affixed to the top of the projectile shaped wood piece is a "Scovill 1907 M" nose cone fuse with "LOT 172 and G-A-109-17." The nose cone fuse has numbers 1 through 21 which represented the number of seconds a soldier could program the projectile before explosion. At the top of the nose cone fuse is an American light bulb socket, which would hold the light bulb. The socket has the inscription, "Leviton Made in the USA 250W 250V Lamp Holder" etched into the metal.

Metal wind-up clock depicts an eagle at the top, a sailor to the left and a soldier to the right. The clock in the center is superimposed on the United States shield. The back of the cast iron has the number "4000" stamped in to it. On the reverse side of the clock are patent information: "PAT'D OCT 28, 1902", "MAY 15, 1906", "DEC 15, 1906" and "PATENTS PDG."

Item is made of a projectile attached to a base. A clock is attached to the top of the projectile. Inside the clock it says "MADE BY THE NEW HAVEN CLOCK CO., NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A." On the back of the clock "PAT. NOV 29, 1808" is stamped and "8/12/26" is etched. There is a plaque on the base that reads "THE SHRAPNEL CLOCK THE COLONIAL FIXTURES LTD. REGISTERED 1915." The clock base was made in Toronto, Canada (location of Colonial Fixtures Ltd.) previous to the clock being attached.

Clock is made of both wooden and metal materials. There are two metal pieces on either side of the clock that have floral designs. At the top of the clock in a thin metal piece in the shape of a circle with wings and a crown at the top. Within the circle it a laurel wreath and "RAF" (signifying the Royal Air Force of Great Britain). The clock portion itself has numbers 1-12, "8 DAYS," and "WALTHAM ROLLS-ROYCE." The latter two indicate that the clock had to be wound every eight days and that this clock was made by Waltham Watch Company for the Rolls Royce company. The back of the clock has the following stamped into the wood: "T7448 -- RAF 1A -- 100 HP -- BE2C -- D2769MM -- P2835MM -- D No."

Banjo is five stringed, but is missing all strings. The neck and peghead are made of wood while the body of banjo is made of vellum. Multiple brackets surround the exterior. The vellum has been decorated in colored ink. The decorations appear as follows: There is a blue ring around the outer edge followed by a red ring within it. Within the red ring is a large "A." On either side of the "A" are two shields. One shield has "26 Inf." in red ink and is surrounded by a laurel crown. This indicates the United State's 26th Infantry. The other shield has a red colored "1" and is surrounded by a green laurel crown. This indicates the 1st Division. Additionally, "Shelby K Perry" and "Bought in Germany June 5, 1919" are written in the center of the vellum. On the reverse side of the banjo are the names of the people belonging to the 26th Infantry, 1st Division. Though some of the names are illegible, the readable names are: James Wright, Harry R. [last name illegible], Ray F [Turentin?] (1st Lt. 26th Inf.), Edward S. Hawkins, W.C. Sinmetz (2nd Lt. 26th Inf.), George N. Blair, Robert L Hicks (1st Leut 26th Inf.), Florence W Smith, Helen M [White?], Harry H. Johnson, Dayton Sackett (1st 26 Inf. U.S. Army), Isabel Trotter, Mary Adeline Craig, J Williams, and four other names that are illegible.

Leather case is empty and has a tab and a slit for opening and closing. On the back of the case the following is carved: "MADE IN GERMANY BY T/5 BLACKWELL FOR T/5 HASTINGS US ARMY." T/5 stands for "Technician 5th grade." There were many grades of Technicians and the 5th rank was among the highest.

Pin is made of a white shell. The top part is rectangular shaped and has a thin wire carved into the shape of the word "Mother" that is attached. Below are three rings--one shell and two metal--which attach the top part to the bottom part. The bottom is also made of shell, is heart shaped, and has the US seal which appears to be glued on.

Metal pin is in the shape of a "V" with beads attached. Beads appear to be made of glass or plastic.

Metal pin has the word "DARLING" and a floral design engraved on it.

Metal pin depicts colored flags from Great Britain, the United States, and France. The flags are crossed and tied together by what appears to be a ribbon.

Metal enameled pin has two crossed U.S. flags on obverse side. Reverse side of pin contains a sticker with "EE-323" written on it. There is information about the producer and location of production: J.H. SHAW Co., 1326 Arch St., Phila.Pa. The logo below the producer information is indistinguishable. Attached to the pin is a heart shaped locket with the United States seal on the front and an etched floral pattern on the back. The locket does not contain any pictures.

Metal pin is made from four (4) three pence British coins. Each of the coins have various production dates. The oldest coin depicts Queen Mary and this coin design was produced from approximately 1893-1901. One coin depicts King George V. The other three coins have the years "1935" and "1938" on them. Soldered onto two of the coins are the letters "H" and "R." It is uncertain if these are someone's initials.

This badge is made of an unknown metal and features a sunburst overlaid with an image of a cross passing through a crown, below the Latin motto, "IN HOC SIGNO VINCES" ("In this sign you will conquer"), all beneath a knight's helmet. The motto and the cross and crown symbol are associated with the Knights Templar, a Masonic order. The order's name is derived from the medieval Catholic military order also called the Knights Templar, although it claims no direct lineage. This badge is likely related to the Masonic Knights Templar in some way, although its specific connection is unknown.

Metal pin depicts one blue star on a white background. The outer edge of the pin forms a rectangle box. Son in service pin is attached to an Army Signal Corps pin by a chain. Army Signal Corps pin depicts two crossed flags with a torch. One flag is white with a red box in the center. The other flag is red with a white box in the center. The torch and flags signify communication.

Metal pin depicts two blue stars on a white background. The outer edge forms a red rectangle box. The pin is attached to a thin piece of cardboard which says "I & R CO." (Irons & Russell Company, producer of this pin), "10 KT. TOP" (indicating the pin is made with gold), and "Sterling Silver Attachments" (indicating the pin itself is made mostly of silver). The cardboard also contains stamped number "2809." On the back of the cardboard is a stamp which says "Trade Mark Reg." In between "Trade" and "Mark" is an "I" within a diamond shape.

Metal locket has a German Iron Cross stamped on the front. The cross contains a crown, the letter "W," and the year "1914." The crown and "W" likely signify the reign of Kaiser Wilhelm. The year, 1914, likely signifies the beginning of the Germans fighting in World War I.

Plastic pin depicts one blue star on a white background with a red border.

Metal pin depicts two blue stars on a white back ground in a red rectangle box. The outer edge of the button is blue. On the side of the badge it says "261 IPEU." Markings on reverse side of pin are indistinguishable.

Metal pins depicts three blue stars on metal background with a red border. On the back it says "Sterling" (sterling silver).

Metal pin depicts one blue star on a white background with a red border. On the back it says "10K" (indicating that it is gold).

Metal pin depicts three blue stars on a white background with a red border. On the back it says "Sterling" (sterling silver). The number of stars indicated the number of people fighting in the war.

Metal pin depicts one blue star on a white background with a red border. On the back it says "Sterling" (sterling silver).

Metal badge has a German Iron Cross surrounded by a metal circular rim. The cross has a crown, the letter "W," and the year "1914" on it. The crown and "W" likely signify the reign of Kaiser Wilhelm. The year, 1914, likely signifies the beginning of the Germans fighting in World War I.

Brooch is oval shaped. In the center appears to be a stone or piece of glass, with a small United States seal, set inside a metal design.

This letter opener, or knife, has a 8 mm Lebel rifle cartridge for its handle, with the projectile still attached. The blade is curved, with a portion cut out at its widest part, and appears to have been soldered onto the bullet projectile. There are engraved decorations on the surface of the blade, including two flags and a ribbon with the inscription, "Snir de France", likely an abbreviation for "Souvenir de France". One flag has been painted to look like the American flag, and the other has been painted to look like the French flag, both in red, white, and blue. Green leaves have also been painted in the center of the blade. On one side of the cartridge is a circular crown appliqué.

Metal pin depicts a pansy wreath with a stemmed rose bud. A banner going across says "Somme." This pin appears to be commemorating the Battle of Somme which was fought in Somme, France. It was one of the biggest and bloodiest battles of World War I and was fought by the British and French against the Germans.

The letter opener, or knife, has a 8 mm rifle cartridge for its handle, with projectile still attached. The blade appears to have been soldered onto the bullet projectile. A part of the blade is a circle with a crown, laurel wreath, and the phrase "Gott Mit Uns." On the bullet shell an image of a crown is appliqued.

The letter opener, or knife, has a 8 mm rifle cartridge for its handle, with the projectile still attached. The blade appears to have been soldered onto the bullet projectile. The blade itself is curved. On one side "Somme" is inscribed. It is possible that the inscription is referring to the Battle of Somme which was fought in 1916.

This fork has a 8 mm Lebel rifle cartridge for its handle, with the projectile still attached. The fork component has three tines and appears to have been soldered onto the bullet projectile. One side of the cartridge bears a round appliqué with a crown at the center.

This fork has a .303-inch caliber rifle cartridge for its handle, with the projectile still attached. The fork component has three tines and appears to have been soldered onto the bullet projectile. Applied to one side of the cartridge is a small France Moderne coat of arms, consisting of a crown above a shield bearing three fleurs-de-lis.

The letter opener, or knife, has a .303-inch rifle cartridge for its handle, with the projectile still attached. The blade appears to have been soldered onto the bullet projectile. The blade itself is curved. On one side "Vimy" is inscribed. On the other side "Loos" is inscribed. It is possible that the inscriptions are referring to the Battle of Loos (1915) and the Battle of Vimy Ridge (1917).

The letter opener, or knife, has a 8 mm rifle cartridge for its handle, with the projectile still attached. The blade appears to have been soldered onto the bullet projectile. The blade itself is curved. On one side of the blade it says "Coblentz." On the bullet shell the United States seal is appliqued.

The letter opener, or knife, has a .303-inch caliber rifle cartridge for its handle, with the projectile still attached. The blade appears to have been soldered onto the bullet projectile, and has a curved shape that resembles a scimitar. Inscribed very faintly on the blade is the engraved word, "SINAI", along with three flowers. There are also some portions of the blade that are discolored, possibly from tape that has since been removed.

The letter opener, or knife, has a 8 mm rifle cartridge for its handle, with the projectile still attached. The blade appears to have been soldered onto the bullet projectile. The blade itself is curved and has the inscription "Bapaume." In the center of the bullet shell the shield of Bapaume is appliqued.

The letter opener, or knife, has a .303-inch caliber rifle cartridge for its handle, with the projectile still attached. Soldered onto the bullet is a crown appliqué. The blade appears to have been soldered onto the bullet projectile, and it resembles that of a double-edged sword. Inscribed on the blade is "Sir de France", which may be an abbreviation for "Souvenir de France". The lower part of the blade is an image of a man in profile who appears to be wearing the characteristic American Doughboy helmet, with "DÉPOSE" stamped in fine print.

This letter opener, or possibly a knife, has a handle made from an 8 mm rifle bullet and its accompanying projectile. The size and physical characteristics of the cartridge suggest that it is an 8 mm Lebel, and its headstamp indicates that it was manufactured in 1913 by the Ecole Centrale de Pyrotechnie located in Bourges, France. One side of the cartridge features a crown appliqué. The blade appears to have been soldered onto the bullet projectile, and has a small guard near the handle made of the same section of metal as the blade. The blade itself is curved, and features a star- or crescent-shaped cutout at its widest part. The blade features engraved designs and the inscription, "CHATEAU-THIERRY", likely referring to the 1918 Battle of Château-Thierry.

The letter opener, or knife, has a .30 caliber rifle cartridge for its handle, with the projectile still attached. The blade appears to have been soldered onto the bullet projectile. The blade itself is curved. On one side of the blade "1917" and "Cambrai" are inscribed in memory of the Battle of Cambrai which was fought between the British and Germans in Cambrai, France in 1917. On the other side of the blade is a floral pattern.

The letter opener, or knife, has a U.S. .30 caliber rifle cartridge for its handle, with the projectile still attached. The blade appears to have been soldered onto the bullet projectile. The blade itself is curved. Inscribed on the blade is "Lt. George I. Gombert, Jr." On the reverse side of the blade there are two planes, some clouds, a palm tree, and some water inscribed.

The letter opener, or knife, has a .30 caliber rifle cartridge for its handle, with the projectile still attached. The blade appears to have been soldered onto the bullet projectile. The blade itself is curved and there are no inscriptions aside from what is on the bottom of the bullet.

This cap badge is likely make of copper and features a 'rising sun' image composed of sword blades fanned out in a semicircle behind a royal crown. Below on scrolls are the words, "AUSTRALIAN COMMONWEALTH MILITARY FORCES". The Australian Army was known by this name from 1901-1915, after which it was known as the Australian Military Forces (however, the name on the badge did not change accordingly until 1949). The forces deployed to fight in both World Wars were each known as the Australian Imperial Force.

This paper-mâché head has been shaped and painted to resemble Kaiser Wilhelm II's head, with a prominent mustache, sideburns, and pickelhaube helmet. The head is hollow inside, with openings at the eyes, nostrils, and mouth, suggesting that it was intended to act as a mask. The inside has also been painted.

Horse brush is made of wood, with stiff bristles; this type is also known as a dandy brush. The bristles are primarily black, with light brown bristles forming a rough cross shape in the center. The back of the brush has been carved to reveal the raised inscription, "EMLÉK HADIFOGSÁGOMBOL 19 AM 15" in the center. The "A" and "M" are intertwined and may be a monogram. A rough translation from Hungarian to English could be: "Souvenir of captivity" or "Memory of captivity". The inscription, "SZIBÉRIA" has been carved sideways to the left, and "NISCHNY-UDINSK" carved sideways to the right. These are both Russian place names, primarily known as "Siberia" and "Nizhneudinsk" in English.

Helmet is likely made of steel, and is an example of a doughboy helmet, also called a Brodie helmet or M1917 Helmet. These were worn by the American Expeditionary Forces during World War I, in addition to troops from other countries. This helmet has been painted black, with a red, brown, and black cross pattern down the center. Two emblems made of fabric have also been applied to helmet; each has a golden Cross of Lorraine with the letters A and S on either side of the base of the cross, on a white background. These emblems signify the Advanced Sector, Service of Supply. Some fabric from the lining remains inside the helmet, and there is a leather chin strap attached to metal loops on either side.

Helmet is likely made of steel, and is an example of a doughboy helmet, also called a Brodie helmet or M1917 Helmet. These were worn by the American Expeditionary Forces during World War I, in addition to troops from other countries. This helmet has been painted red, green black, brown, and yellow in a mottled pattern in order to provide the wearer with camouflage. Only a small scrap of fabric remains of the lining that was once inside the helmet, and there are metal loops on either side for a chin strap.

The bottom of this mess kit (also known as a meat can), is most likely from a Model 1910, and made of aluminum. The bottom part of a mess kit was used for cooking, and has a hinged handle that could be unfolded to hold the pan over a fire. There are what appears to be manufacturer's numbers on the handle, although they are only partially legible: "1798881" and "40K48". There is also a very faint "U.S." stamp on the end of the handle. This is where the date of manufacture and manufacturer's name would be marked as well, which is suggested by faint, non-discernible markings. The bottom of the pan is filled with engraved words and images; at the top is inscribed, "U.S.A" next to a star and crescent (a symbol of the Ottoman Empire and on the Ottoman flag during World War I) and an Iron Cross. Underneath is inscribed, " F. BAYER", presumably the artist and owner of the mess kit, and then three lines: "16.TH. ENGRS. CON'S. Go. A.", "14.TH. ENGRS. R.Y. GO.D. A.E.F.", and "122TH. ENGRS. PROVS. BATTN.". These inscriptions seem to refer to World War I units that were involved with standard gauge railway operation and construction.