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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.

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

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 × 8.7cm (1 1/2 × 3/16 × 3 7/16 in.)

Materials

Copper Alloy
Silk
Gold Plating
Enamel
Non-Magnetic White Metal Alloy
Solder

Inventory Number

A19710110000

Credit Line

Transferred from the United States Army, Office of the Adjutant General

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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