November 10, 2016 -
Background On September 11, 2001, nearly 3,000 people were killed in terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon in Arlington, Va. – across the river from Washington, D.C. – and in a thwarted attack...
June 22, 2022 -
Background This medal is a bronze replica of the Congressional Gold Medal presented to the Monuments Men in recognition of their heroic role in the preservation, protection and restitution of monuments, works of art, and artifacts of cultural importance during...
June 22, 2022 -
This medal honors renowned golf professional Jack Nicklaus for his service to the nation in promoting excellence, good sportsmanship and philanthropy. Nicklaus’ competitive career spanned parts of five decades during which he accumulated 120 victories in national and international professional...
June 22, 2022 -
Background This medal is a bronze replica of the Congressional Gold Medal presented to the American Fighter Aces in recognition of their heroic military service and defense of our country’s freedom throughout the history of aviation warfare. American Fighter Aces...
June 22, 2022 -
This medal is a duplicate of the Congressional Gold Medal honoring the volunteers of the 17th Bombardment Group, led by Lt. Col. James Doolittle during World War II, who made the first strike against Japan on April 18, 1942. The...
March 7, 2023 -
This medal is a bronze duplicate of the Congressional Gold Medal awarded to the Civil Air Patrol for extraordinary service during World War II. It recognizes the organization for their humanitarian, combat, and national services during a critical time for...
May 8, 2018 -
First Lady, 1981 — 1989 Born in New York City July 6, 1921, Nancy Reagan, née Davis, studied theater at Smith College in Massachusetts. A successful screen test in 1949 led to a seven-year contract at a major Hollywood studio....
May 8, 2018 -
First Lady, 1974 — 1977 Betty Ford was born Elizabeth Ann Bloomer on April 8, 1918, in Chicago, Ill., and raised in Grand Rapids, Mich. She had a passion for dance, which she studied at Bennington College in Vermont before...
May 8, 2018 -
First Lady, 1969 — 1974 Patricia “Pat” Nixon was born Thelma Catherine Ryan on March 16, 1912, in Ely, Nev. Her father gave her the nickname “Pat” shortly after her birth, calling her his “St. Patrick’s babe in the morn.”...
May 8, 2018 -
First Lady, 1953 — 1961 Mamie Eisenhower was born Mamie Geneva Doud Nov. 14, 1896, and grew up in Colorado. Outgoing and vivacious, she met Dwight Eisenhower, a young Army second lieutenant on his first tour of duty, and they...
