The Distinguished Flying Cross was established by Presidential order on January 28, 1927. The medal is awarded to United States Military personnel for heroism or extraordinary achievement 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 Distinguished Flying Cross.
Dimensions
3-D: 17.8 × 10.8 × 2.5cm (7 in. × 4 1/4 in. × 1 in.)
Materials
Steel
Leather
Silk
Velvet
Cardboard
Paper
Adhesives
Ink
Paint
Possible Aluminum Alloy
Inventory Number
A19711072003
Credit Line
Transferred from the United States Air Force, Personnel Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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