Joseph J. Koch Leg Brace
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| Title | Joseph J. Koch Leg Brace |
| Description | This leg brace belonged to and was brought home with Joseph J. Koch of St. Louis. Joseph J. Koch served in the Missouri National Guard and was commissioned as a First Lieutenant of the 1st Infantry Regiment. He participated in Pershing’s expedition into Mexico, was later promoted to Major and was wounded in action during the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. Koch uses this leg brace after sustaining his injuries. The brace provided insight into medical practices of the day. |
| Contributing Institution | Museum of Missouri Military History |
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