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This medal signified the induction of Dr. Charles Stark Draper into the Order of Washington, a hereditary society that includes members who, according to the language of the accompanying certificate, are lineally descended from "worthy Colonial ancestors who were loyal and faithful to American ideals as embodied in the principles of General George Washington." Dr. Draper, well known as an MIT professor and the "father of inertial guidance" became a member of this organization by invitation on August 1, 1972.
Dr. Draper donated a collection of his awards, including this medal, to the National Collection in 1974.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
AWARDS-Medals & Ribbons
Dimensions
3-D: 6.5 × 1.4 × 0.3cm (2 9/16 × 9/16 × 1/8 in.)
Storage: 11.4 × 6.4 × 2.5cm (4 1/2 × 2 1/2 × 1 in.) Materials
Natural Fabric
Copper Alloy Inventory Number
A19800576000
Credit Line
Gift of Dr. Charles S. Draper
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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