Gold U.S. Navy Distinguished Service Medal; Obverse: relief of American eagle in center of medal surrounded by blue enamel ring; Reverse: relief of a trident surrounded by wreath; medal attached to ribbon by 5 point white enamel star with anchor in center; blue silk ribbon with single yellow stripe down center.
Summary:
This medal was authorized 1919 for exceptional meritorious service to the United States in duty of great responsibility with the U.S. Navy.
Credit Line:
Donated by the Institute of Aeronautical Sciences Inc.
