Collection Highlights
The Course of Empire: The Consummation of Empire
1836
1858.3
Oil on canvas (relined)
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
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Object name
Badge
Medium
metal, textile
Dimensions
Overall: 1 x 2 x 3 in. ( 2.5 x 5.1 x 7.6 cm )
Description
Cuba Pacification, 1908
Object Number
INV.5428
Gallery Label
This medal was authorized in 1919 to award members of the Navy and Marine corps for their defense of American interests in Nicaragua during a period of political unrest. The medal, designed by Albert Stewart, shows thefigure of Columbia dressed in armor and flowing skirt.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
