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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. Each of the world fliers received this medal by act of Congress in February 1925.

 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
Date 1925 Country of Origin United States of America Type AWARDS-Medals & Ribbons Physical Description United States Army Distinguished Service Medal; Obverse: American eagle crest surrounded by blue enamel ring with inscription; Reverse: inscription; red, white, and blue striped silk ribbon. Dimensions 3-D: 3.8 × 0.5 × 8.5cm (1 1/2 × 3/16 × 3 3/8 in.)
 Materials Medal: Bronze
Ribbon: Silk
 Inventory Number A19840691000 Credit Line Donated by Mrs. Lowell H. Smith Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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