This framed United States Marine Corps uniform was worn by Olive Loretta (Lottie) Huebler, one of our nation's earliest woman Marines. The uniform is from the World War II era. The photograph sewn to the top right of the uniform jacket, is of Huebler and her husband, Warren. The photograph was taken at Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, NC. Sewn to the bottom of the jacket is The Marine's Hymn. Also displayed is the uniform cap.

Our Master Picture Framer, Jenny, worked with Olive Huebler's granddaughter to design a shadow box which will preserve and display the jacket. Attention was paid to using the correct matboard colors and a simple, yet stylish, black picture frame. Museum Glass by Tru Vue, which is picture framing glass that is not only practically invisible, but also features UV protection, was used to finish off the project.

And yes, the jacket, cap, photo and The Marine's Hymn are sewn, by hand, to the matboard and each other. This is truly archival picture framing. Beyond the aesthetics of the project, are the acid-free matboards and ultraviolet light resistant glass. This combination will help this family heirloom and photograph resist fading and yellowing, allowing it to be appreciated by generations to come.

If you'd like to learn a little bit about the history of Women in The Marine Corps, visit www.chnm.gmu.edu.