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This medal was authorized on July 9, 1918 for exceptional meritorious service to the United States in duty of great responsibility with the U.S. Army.

Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.

Object Details

Country of Origin

United States of America

Type

AWARDS-Medals & Ribbons

Physical Description

Presentation box for United States Army Distinguished Service Medal presented to Gen. Curtis E. LeMay

Dimensions

3-D: 16.7 × 8.9 × 2.7cm (6 9/16 × 3 1/2 × 1 1/16 in.)
Storage: 21.6 × 14 × 7.6cm (8 1/2 in. × 5 1/2 in. × 3 in.)

Materials

Non-Magnetic White Metal Alloy
Synthetic Fabric
Laminated Paper
Adhesive
Cardboard
Gold Paint
Cadmium Plating

Inventory Number

A19930101003

Credit Line

Donated by the Family of General Curtis E. LeMay

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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