Pre-1975

Worn by Bùi Lễ Nghĩa during training under the Republic of Vietnam military.

Not much is known about the origin of this pot though the donor believes it to be an "antique."

Presented by Lieutenant Colonel Nguyễn Văn Minh, Commander of the Sở Liên Lạc (Liaison Office) under MACV-SOG (Military Assistance Command, Vietnam – Studies and Observations Group) and gifted to Colonel Daniel F. Schungel, U.S. Army Special Force.

Awarded to Lt. Col. Daniel F. Schungel for his service during the Vietnam War.