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The E-Sylum: Volume 16, Number 10, March 10, 2013, Article 7
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SEMINAR: THE HISTORY AND HERITAGE OF MILITARY MEDALS

Les Rosenbaum forwarded this invitation to a Smithsonian talk on the origins and evolution of America's decorations for combat heroism. Thanks! -Editor

Purple Heart medal and case We invite you to join us as Fred L. Borch, an expert on U.S. military awards, explores the origins and evolution of America's decorations for combat heroism including the

  • Army, Navy and Air Force Medals of Honor
  • Distinguished Service Cross
  • Navy Cross
  • Air Force Cross
  • Silver Star
  • Bronze Star

Hear fascinating stories behind these medals and the acts of courage they mark, including the widely followed Supreme Court’s ruling on the Stolen Valor Act case. Better understand why we take our military medals seriously from Borch, the regimental historian and archivist with the U.S. Army’s Judge Advocate General's Corps.

Honoring Valor: The History and Heritage of Military Medals

Evening Seminar
Thurs., Mar. 28 at 6:45 PM

Resident Member*: $30 l Senior Member*: $28
General Admission: $42

For more information, or to purchase tickets, see: Honoring Valor: The History and Heritage of Military Medals (smithsonianassociates.org/ticketing/tickets/reserve.aspx?performanceNumber=225872)

THE BOOK BAZARRE

Harlan J. Berk Ltd. is searching for qualified and energetic World coin expert to run our department. The job requires a strong knowledge of world coinage and experience is necessary. Located in Chicago, we are one of the largest numismatic firms in the country. If interested in the position, salary and specifics to the job can be further discussed by calling Shanna or Harlan at 312-609-0026 or email at shanna@hjbltd.com .


Wayne Homren, Editor

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