American Flag from Coffin of Dr. Richard W. Pearce

Memorabilia 8900

United States flag that draped the casket of Dr. Richard W. Pearce, a triple Stetson University alumnus. He earned a law degree in 1950, bachelor's degree in history in 1955, and a master's degree in American studies in 1957. Admitted to the Florida Bar in 1950, he spent 12 years practicing law before returning to teach at Stetson University for 25 years. In 1991, he and his wife established the Richard and Neva Pearce Scholarship Program. Donated by his daughter, Karen Pearce.

23 x 12 in.

Karen Pearce

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Boxed: Flags. Box #4

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American Flag from Coffin of Dr. Richard W. Pearce

2016

University Archives, duPont-Ball Library, Stetson University, DeLand, Florida