Medal, American Society of Mechanical Engineers Medal, James H. Doolittle

National Air and Space Museum

Object Details

Physical Description
American Society of Mechanical Engineers Medal; Obverse: hand with lever moving globe; raised and engraved text: Reverse: globe surrounded by electrons; embossed letter text.
Summary
These medals and trophies were awarded to General James (Jimmy) Doolittle for his aeronautical engineering and piloting accomplishments. General Doolittle earned his Doctor of Science Degree in aeronautical engineering from MIT in 1925.
Credit Line
Donated by Lt. Gen. James H. Doolittle (USAF, Ret.)
Inventory Number
A19600042000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
AWARDS-Medals & Ribbons
Materials
Silver
Dimensions
3-D: 1.3 x 4.7cm (1/2 x 1 7/8 in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Location
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Hangar
Boeing Aviation Hangar
National Air and Space Museum
Record ID
nasm_A19600042000
Metadata Usage (text)
Not determined
GUID (Link to Original Record)
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