These medals and trophies were awarded to General James (Jimmy) Doolittle for his aeronautical engineering and piloting accomplishments. General Doolittle earned his Doctor of Science Degree in aeronautical engineering from MIT in 1925.
Display Status
This object is on display in Boeing Aviation Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
AWARDS-Medals & Ribbons
Manufacturer
Medallic Art Company
Physical Description
The Daniel Guggenheim Medal; Obverse: the Ryan "Spirit of St. Louis," hot air balloon, and nose of airship over sun burst and clouds depicted in relief; raised letter text on outer ring surrounding relief; Reverse: three stylized bird wings surrounding raised letter and inscribed text.
Dimensions
3-D: 1.3 x 6.3cm (1/2 x 2 1/2 in.)
Materials
Overall: Bronze
Inventory Number
A19640314000
Credit Line
Donated by the Institute of Aeronautical Sciences Inc.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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