The Medal of Honor was instituted in 1861 and is awarded for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty in action involving actual with opposing armed forces. It is the highest military honor awarded in the United States.

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 Medal of Honor rosette; light blue ribbon with white stars ruched in a circle. Pin with no backing.

Dimensions

3-D: 1.3 × 1.3cm (1/2 × 1/2 in.)

Materials

Silk
Non-Magnetic White Metal Alloy
Non-Magnetic Metal Alloy

Inventory Number

A19710108002

Credit Line

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

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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