Medal, International Shrine of the Birdmen, Lowell Smith, Douglas World Cruiser
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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