The Gorgas Medal, 1942
Scope and Contents
The obverse of the medal shows the head and shoulders of William Crawford Gorgas with the words, "The Gorgas Medal." The reverse side has the words, "For distinguished service in preventive medicine for our armed forces, established by John Wyeth & Brother, Awarded to by The Association of Military Surgeons of the United States." The place for the name of the recipient is blank.
Dates
- Creation: 1942
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
No restrictions
Extent
From the Collection: .5 Linear Feet
Physical Description
silver plated medal, 3" in diameter, in a maroon and cream case marked, "The Bailey, Banks Biddle Co."
Repository Details
Part of the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library Repository
Claude Moore Health Sciences Library
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P.O. Box 800722
Charlottesville Virginia 22908-0722 United States
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