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The American Air Medal is awarded to members of the armed forces for heroic action or meritorious service during an aerial flight.

 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 Case for United States Air Medal. Dimensions 3-D: 17.8 × 10.8 × 2.5cm (7 in. × 4 1/4 in. × 1 in.)
 Materials Steel
Leather
Silk
Velvet
Flocked Plastic
Cardboard
Paper
Adhesives
Paint
Cotton Thread
 Inventory Number A19710116003 Credit Line Transferred from the United States Army, Office of the Adjutant General Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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