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This medal was given to Dr. Charles Stark Draper by the French Academy of Sciences in 1978 when he was named as a Foreign Associate of the organization, one of the earliest academies of science. Founded in 1666 by Louis XIV at the suggestion of Jean-Baptiste Colbert, the French Academy of Sciences encourages and protects the spirit of French scientific research. Dr. Draper donated the medal to the National Collection in 1979.

 Display Status

This object is on display in Rockets & Missiles at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.

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Object Details
Country of Origin France Type AWARDS-Medals & Ribbons Manufacturer F. Dumarest
 Dimensions 3-D (Medal): 1.3 x 7.6cm (1/2 x 3 in.)
3-D (Storage Box): 20.3 x 15.2cm (8 x 6 in.)
 Materials Metal medal in wood storage box.
 Inventory Number A19791367000 Credit Line Gift of Dr. Charles S. Draper Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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