Military Shadow Boxes

We specialize in shadow boxes at Keepsakes, and for a collection of military items it is our most popular option.

As a Captain in the United States Army, he fought in World War II —was captured —but survived the POW camps to come home and tell his son the story. To honor a father's sacrifice, his son had us assemble this tribute to his father's service.

Framing details: Solid cherry box and frame. Frame hinged to box with brass piano hinge. All conservation grade materials. Brass plaque holds name, rank, and dates of service.

This customer's brother was a co-pilot on a B-24 based in Italy. His plane was lost over Germany and he did not survive. At her request we constructed this shadow box to honor his memory and his sacrifice.

Framing details: Oak frame with 2 inch extension, conservation glass and acid free mat board.

This gentleman served in an Armoured division under Patton's Third Army. He survived the war, and in the end he was just glad it was all over. He never wanted to talk about it.

Framing details: solid walnut shadow box with conservation grade glass.

The daughter-in-law of this Airman worked tirelessly to gather details about his service as a gunner on a B-25 Mitchell. We added the final touch, bringing all her hard work together. She has much to be proud of, he received the Purple Heart for war wounds, and the Air Medal for bravery. His unit also received a Presidential Unit Citation.

Framing details: Mahogany shadow box with conservation glass.

Shadow boxes do not always have to be squares or rectangles. The traditional triangular fold of the American flag lends itself well to this design. Employees wanted to recognize a reservist co-worker, just back from Iraq.

Framing details: Solid walnut frame, custom cut to accommodate flag at top.

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