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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.

This medal was presented to Jimmy Doolittle "for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility as Commander of the Northwest African Strategic Air Force since its organization. Under his guidance and direction, this Force has developed a high degree of efficiency and accuracy and brought about, in great measure, a critical reduction in the supplies and reinforcements needed by the enemy. General Doolittle's energy, good judgment, exceptional qualities of leadership and wholehearted cooperation were primary factors in the ultimate success of air operations during the Tunisian Campaign."

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Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type AWARDS-Medals & Ribbons Physical Description Distinguished Service Medal presented to James H. Doolittle; Obverse: American eagle crest surrounded by blue enamel ring with inscription; Reverse: inscription; red, white, and blue striped silk ribbon. Dimensions 3-D: 3.5 x 1.3 x 9cm (1 3/8 x 1/2 x 3 9/16 in.)
 Materials Medal - Bronze
Ribbon - Silk
 Inventory Number A19600035000 Credit Line Donated by Lt. Gen. James H. Doolittle (USAF, Ret.) Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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