Medals - The American Revolution Institute
WEBDuring the Revolutionary era, medals were the most common way for governments and private groups to honor individuals and mark important events. In 1776 the Continental Congress awarded the first medal of the Revolutionary War, presented to George Washington to commemorate the Siege of Boston that …
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WEBRevolutionary War Tax Research; SAR Genealogy Assistants; SAR Genealogy Policies & Materials; Library. ... Certificate for the Henry Knox Medal $4.00. Silver MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL SET. $37.50 SILVER OAK LEAF CLUSTER. $4.00. SILVER ROGER SHERMAN CERTIFICATE ... $70.00 Sons and Daughters Pins. Enamel SAR Insignia Pin …
Revolutionary War 1775-1782 - Medals of America
WEBApr 14, 2023 · As a result, Congress voted to award gold medals to outstanding military leaders. The first approved medal honored George Washington and similar medals were bestowed upon other victors such as General Horatio Gates and Captain John Paul Jones for his naval victory over the Serapis in 1779.
History of the Revolutionary War Military Medals - Medals of America
WEBIt was not until March, 1790, that President Washington received his gold and silver medals approved by Congress over 10 years earlier. Unlike present practice, these large table top presentation medals were not designed to be worn on the military uniform.
A Peek Inside the DAR Through Its Myriad of Pins - Artifcts
WEBJul 4, 2023 · The world of DAR pins started simply with a largely intuitive pin design representing the DAR itself. While the symbolism has proved timeless over the last 130 years, you can now buy it with diamond as well as ruby upgrades.
WEBFor the purposes of this Handbook, SAR medals and insignia include medals, badges, emblems, ribbons, rosettes, sashes, pins and stars. SAR awards include all certificates, plaques, cups and flag streamers.
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Highlight from the Collections: The Lafayette Medals
WEBAug 1, 2022 · On the left is a left-facing military bust of Lafayette. The image on the right depicts the coat of arms of Paris. In the present day, the MHS has the good fortune to hold a number of Lafayette medals dating from the Revolutionary War to the late 19 th century.
The Purple Heart: America's Oldest Medal
WEBAug 7, 2023 · Did you know that the Purple Heart is America's oldest military award? In 1782, although the Revolutionary War was basically over and peace talks were happening in Paris, Gen. George Washington...