Second Byrd Antarctic Expedition Medal (1933-1935)

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    United States
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Obv: BYRD ANTARCTIC EXPEDITION 1933-1935 Rev: PRESENTED TO THE OFFICERS AND MEN OF THE SECOND BYRD ANTARTIC EXPEDITION TO EXPRESS THE VERY HIGH ADMIRATION IN WHICH THE CONGRESS AND THE AMERICAN PEOPLE HOLD THEIR HEROIC AND UNDAUNTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR SCIENCE UNEQUALED IN THE HISTORY OF POLAR EXPLORATION

History


The Second Byrd Antarctic Expedition Medal (1933-1935) was established by Act of Congress on June 2, 1936, in commemoration of the second expedition led by Admiral Richard Byrd to the Antarctic. The Silver Medal was awarded to members of the expedition in recognition of 6 months of winter service at the "Little America" base camp. Commanders of the ships of the expedition were also eligible for the award. The Medal was presented to approximately 57 personnel, including Admiral Byrd.

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