Materials:

Leather

Velvet

Silk

Paint

Dimensions:

3-D: 16.7 × 8.4 × 2.9cm (6 9/16 × 3 5/16 × 1 1/8 in.)

Type:

AWARDS-Medals & Ribbons

Country of Origin:

United States of America

Physical Description:

Case for Bronze Star medal.

Summary:

The Bronze Star was authorized on February 4, 1944 and retroactive to December 7, 1941. This medal is awarded to individuals of the armed forces for heroism in combat not involving aerial flight or for meritorious service.

Credit Line:

Donated by Gen. and Mrs. Charles E. Yeager

Inventory Number:

A19870301003

Restrictions & Rights:

Usage conditions apply

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National Air and Space Museum Collection

Data Source:

National Air and Space Museum

GUID:

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9f59a952d-7116-432a-9154-c5c7984c557f

EDAN-URL:

edanmdm:nasm_A19870301003