^Lot 1145 Morgan Park Military Academy Dress Shako

This a very nice example of an vintage West Point style Morgan Park Military Academy cadet’s parade "Tar Bucket" shako. The front American Eagle/Shield brass badge reads Duty, Honor, Country, M.P.M.A., brass crossed rifles side buttons , linked brass chain above visor. leather chinstrap. red, white, & blue 10" plume. "Salt shaker" metal side vents. Made by Opper. Size 7 3/8. From The Morgan Park Military Academy, Chicago, IL. 1873-1958, Very good condition. From The Joe Musso Collection.