Lest we forget: masterpieces of patriotic jewelry and military decorations

Uittreksel

This book serves as a tribute to our men and women in service and chronicles our military history since the Revolution through 150 iconic artifacts. It showcases such diverse items as the Washington Peace Medals to the Indians, the earliest Medals of Honor, Civil War Corps badges, British military decorations and historic French treasures. Drawn from leading museums and private collections, these objects recall the role of decorations and jewelry in commemorating war and peace. - Publishers Description.

Inhoud

Introduction -- War -- Valor -- Memories -- Peace.