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This Thomas D. White National Defense Award statue was received by Dr. Charles Stark Draper in 1970. Established in 1962 by the U.S. Air Force Academy, the award is given annually to an American citizen who is adjudged to have contributed most significantly to the national defense and security of the United States. Dr. Draper received the award on account of his work beginning in World War II on guidance, navigation, and control systems for aircraft, missiles, rockets, manned spacecraft, and naval ships. Dr. Draper donated a collection of his awards, including this one, to the National Collection in 1974.

 Display Status

This object is on display in James S. McDonnell Space Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.

James S. McDonnell Space Hangar
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type AWARDS-Trophies Manufacturer Not Known
 Dimensions 3-D: 20.3 x 17.8 x 35.6cm (8 x 7 x 14 in.)
 Materials Metal sculpture on wood base. Wood storage case.
 Inventory Number A19800557000 Credit Line Gift of Dr. Charles S. Draper Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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