International Shrine of the Birdmen copper souvenier medal; Obverse: relief of St. Francis in front of a cathedral depicted, embossed text "INTERNATIONAL SHRINE OF THE BIRDMEN - MISSION INN CALIFORNIA"; Reverse: stylized aircraf; embossed text "ST. FRANCIS PATRON SAINT OF THE BIRDS - PROTECT THE MEN WHO FLY- HE GIVETH YOU YOUR WINGS TO FLY AND BREATHE A PURER AIR ON HIGH AND CARETH FOR YOU EVERY WHERE, WHO FOR YOURSELVES SO LITTLE CARE". Created by Jason A. Smith Date Created 06/15/2016 Source National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Institution. Keywords Aviation; Awards; Medals Rights and Restrictions Not determined
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