Green, blue and yellow illustration of a plane with text above and below

After more than 36 hours and 3,288 miles, German pilot Hermann Kohl, flight sponsor Baron Ehrenfried Gunther von Hunefeld and Irish copilot James Fitzmaurice completed the first east-to-west transatlantic flight by airplane in April 1928. They flew in a Junkers W33 D1167 named Bremen. The trio left the Baldonnel Aerodrome in Ireland and landed in eastern Quebec, Canada, more than 1,000 miles from their destination of New York City.

This button is part of a larger set of 20 buttons, each with an illustration of a different airplane. They were originally given away by Yank Junior clothing with purchases.

Illustration of a Old English Sheep Dog with a green background

Thought to have originated in England sometime in the early 19th century, the Old English Sheepdog was, as its name mentions, principally used to drive cattle and sheep in fields and markets. Large in demeanor, the breed is considered to be playful in nature and gentle giants. In addition to being known as herders, the breed has in recent decades been a popular presence at dog shows on account of their unique and shaggy coat.

This button is part of a larger set of 35 buttons, each with an illustration of a different dog breed. They were originally sold on a 6” x 9” cardboard sheet.​

Illustration of a Setter dog walking

Setters can be traced back roughly four hundred years ago to England where they mostly used as hunting dogs. Trained as bird dogs, setters were by the 17th century widespread on British estates throughout the country. Their name comes from the dog's practice of "setting" or crouching low when it found birds in order for the hunting party to throw their net over them. Though they are still used today as hunting dogs, the breed has also become popular household dogs.

This button is part of a larger set of 35 buttons, each with an illustration of a different dog breed. They were originally sold on a 6” x 9” cardboard sheet.​

Color illustration of a black dog standing on green grass with a yellow sky

Newfoundlands are strong, large breed dogs weighing from 100 to 150 pounds and are able to do draft work and have lifesaving instincts in the water. The breed originated in Newfoundland after fishermen bought the breed’s ancestors — possibly the Great Pyrenees or a French hound — to the Canadian region from Europe.

This button is part of a larger set of 35 buttons, each with an illustration of a different dog breed. They were originally sold on a 6” x 9” cardboard sheet.

Color illustration of a large brown dog standing on a sidewalk with green grass and blue sky

The Airedale is the largest of all terrier breeds. The breed is believed to have originated in the mid-1800s in the Aire River Valley in England by crossing a likely now-extinct terrier breed with an Otter Hound. Airedales were used to hunt rats that lived in the banks of the Aire River. Dogs of this breed have also been wartime guards, messengers, and helped hunt birds and game.

This button is part of a larger set of 35 buttons, each with an illustration of a different dog breed. They were originally sold on a 6” x 9” cardboard sheet.

Illustration of a white dog with black spots on a blue pillow with a yellow background and black text on the bottom

Originating in England in the mid-18th Century, Wire Fox Terriers were bred to chase small game, including foxes, from their dens. Except for its wiry coat, the Wire Fox Terrier is nearly identical to the Smooth Fox Terrier.

This button is part of a larger set of 35 buttons, each with an illustration of a different dog breed. They were originally sold on a 6” x 9” cardboard sheet.

Illustration of a German Shepherd on a yellow and blue-green background with black text along the bottom

Typically used in police work, German Shepherds are a newer breed of dog, dating back to the late 1890s. Because of their strength, intelligence, and obedience, German Shepherds are considered excellent companions in the field. As the partners of police officers, German Shepherds are used for tracking criminals, patrolling areas, as well as detaining suspects. In addition, the breed is also used in the military where they assist in scout duty by alerting soldiers of nearby enemies or booby traps.

This button is part of a larger set of 35 buttons, each with an illustration of a different dog breed. They were originally sold on a 6” x 9” cardboard sheet.​​

Illustration of an English Bull standing in front of a green background.

Named for its past use in the sport of bull baiting, the English bulldog is believed to have originated sometime prior to the 13th century in the British Isles. Known for its wrinkled face and distinctive pushed-in nose, the breed has long been associated with British culture. In World War II, the English Bulldog was often likened to Prime Minister Winston Churchill and his resistance to Nazi Germany. In recent decades, the breed has also become popular in the United States due to its distinct look as well as its clownish and friendly personality. 

This button is part of a larger set of 35 buttons, each with an illustration of a different dog breed. They were originally sold on a 6” x 9” cardboard sheet.

Illustration of a black Doberman Pinscher on a green and blue background with black text along the bottom.

The origins of the Doberman Pinscher date to the late 19th century when a tax collector named Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann is known to have created the breed. Based in the town of Apolda, Germany, Dobermann also served as the towns dogcatcher and was looking for a loyal companion who could also protect him. Though there are no records of what dogs were used to create the breed, it has been speculated that the Black and Tan Terrier, the German Pinscher, and the Rottweiler were all part of the mix. Upon Dobermann's death, the dog breed was named in his honor. In the time since, the Doberman Pinscher has grown in popularity and have been used in various types of work as well as in households as family dogs.

This button is part of a larger set of 35 buttons, each with an illustration of a different dog breed. They were originally sold on a 6” x 9” cardboard sheet.

Illustration of a Dalmatian standing on grass in front of a yellow and blue background.

Known for their distinct coats, dalmatians are perhaps one of the most recognizable breeds on Earth. Though their origins remain unknown, the breed is known to have originally served to run alongside carriages, helping ward off highwaymen and other animals. The breed has served other uses in its long history, with examples being as guard dogs, circus dogs, and in more modern times, as firehouse dogs. The United States, in particular, has utilized the breed in this capacity. dalmatians have assisted in watching over equipment during fires and sometimes even rescuing people in distress. Though they have been used in a number of positions, the breed is just as popular as a house companion.

This button is part of a larger set of 35 buttons, each with an illustration of a different dog breed. They were originally sold on a 6” x 9” cardboard sheet.