Bernard Baruch Distinguished Service Medal
Artifact IDMO 63.1785.1
Object Type
Medal
Date
1961
Maker
Medallic Art Company
Place MadeNew York, United States, North America
Medium
Gold
DimensionsOverall Diam 3 in (7.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionBernard Baruch distinguished service medal with relief of Baruch in profile in center. Reverse has insignia of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in center and is embossed: For His Contribution to the Cause of American Unity and World Peace/Awarded to President John F. Kennedy/Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States. Awarded to John F. Kennedy on February 7th, 1961 for his forthright demonstration that our country is truly one nation under God, indivisible in its loyalty to the basic principles of human freedom.
Historical NoteAwarded to John F. Kennedy on February 8th, 1961 by the Veterans of Foreign Wars. The medal was presented to President Kennedy by Ted C. Connell, National Commander in Cheif of the VFW and John W. Mahan, former National Commander in Chief of the VFW.
Additional DetailsCustodial History NoteThis item is material associated with the White House the Kennedy Administration and the Executive Offices of the President. It was either government property or was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy in 1965.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the Estate of President John F. Kennedy
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesKennedy Administration Collection 1960-1963 (National Archives Identifier 1676959)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - PossiblyUse Restriction NoteCopyright and other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is the user’s responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions.
In Collection(s)
Not on view
Related Links
