U.S. ARMY Military Mug Coffee Cup - Yuma Proving Ground - Yuma Arizona - Made in USA - Test & Evaluation Command - Mid Century Coffee Cup

A vintage, off white/ cream colored ceramic mug featuring the emblem of the U.S. ARMY TEST & EVALUATION COMMAND in Yuma, Arizona, at the Yuma Proving Ground on the front and a cartoon style man on the back with a road sign stating, "THE SUNSHINE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD YUMA." Made in the USA.

Background on the Yuma Proving Ground from the U.S. ARMY Website -
"Welcome to U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground, the Army's premier test center. Featuring the longest overalnd artillery range in the nation, YPG conducts developmental testing on nearly every piece of equipment in the ground combat arsenal. The proving ground is at the forefront of Army modernization efforts, actively supporting six of the Army Futures Command's cross-functional teams building the future force. YPG is the host site of the annual Project Convergence capstone event, the largest capabilities demonstration in the Army.

YPG manages test operations at three locations: Yuma Test Center in Yuma, Arizona; Cold Regions Test Center at Fort Greely, Alaska; and Tropic Regions Test Center on leased land at multiple locations in Central and South America.

Yuma Proving Ground is Yuma County's top civilian employer, with over 2,000 civilian personnel. According to a comprehensive survey of Arizona's military installations, YPG's combined direct, indirect, and induced economic impact is in excess of $1.1 billion annually."

Exact date of production unknown. Circa 1975.

Overall good condition with light signs of age and wear present. Please read Condition Report below.

Markings:
- Marked on base, "USA"

Condition:
- Original vintage condition with wear appropriate for age
- Overall good condition with light signs of age, wear
- Signs of wear include light spotting in the interior of the mug and wear to base area. (Please see Photo #5 for detail shot.)

Measurements:
- Height: right over 3 1/2" inches tall
- Opening Diameter: 2 1/2" inches round
- Base Diameter: approx. 2 1/2" inches round

Shipping:
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- Item will ship via USPS Ground Advantage, UPS Ground, or UPS Ground Saver
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- Shipping Upgrade will still ship within 1-3 business days from time of order
- In an effort to recycle and reduce waste, I often ship with recycled shipping materials -- you can reuse yourself after opening your package!

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