• Collier Plaque
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    This metal rectangular plaque is mounted on a rectangular piece of wood. The embossed text on the plaque reads: The Collier Trophy donated by Robert J. Collier Awarded annually by the National Aeronautics Association for the greatest achievement in aviation in America, the value of which has been thoroughly demonstrated by actual use during the preceding year. Awarded to Glenn H. Curtiss for Hydro-Aeroplane Development 1911.

Created by

Eric F. Long

Date Created

12/13/2021

Source

Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum

Keywords

Aviation; Awards; Competition Flight; Pre-WWI; Trophies

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