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This is a bronze reproduction of the Congressional Gold Medal awarded posthumously to Dr. Robert H. Goddard in 1959 for his pioneering work in rocket development from the early 1900s until his death in 1945. His contributions included the building and launching of the world's first liquid fuel rocket in 1926. The Congressional Gold Medal is the highest expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievements and contributions, and each medal honors a particular individual, institution, or event.

Goddard's wife Esther, who promoted her husband's legacy after his death through lectures and by editing and publishing his papers, gave the medal to the National Collection in 1963.

 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 Dimensions 3-D: 7 × 0.5cm (2 3/4 × 3/16 in.)
Storage: 12.7 × 12.7 × 2.5cm (5 × 5 × 1 in.)
 Materials Non-magnetic Metal
Unknown Plating
 Inventory Number A19640014000 Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Robert Goddard Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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