Freedom Medal posthumously awarded to Harold Gonsalves, c. 1945

Object/Artifact

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Alameda Museum & Meyers House and Gardens

Name/Title

Freedom Medal posthumously awarded to Harold Gonsalves, c. 1945

Entry/Object ID

2017.5.7

Description

Acc. No. 17.5.7 Subject Category: World War II, Citizens of Alameda Date or Period: circa 1945 Object: Medal, World War II Freedom Description: A circular-shaped medal supported by a multi-colored silk faille ribbon. The underside states, "United States of America" and lists the "Four Freedoms" freedom from fear, want, freedom of speech and religion. Size: L-3” History of Object: The World War II Freedom Medal awarded posthumously to USMC Pfc. Harold Gonsalves of Alameda. Acquired from: Stephanie Choury (niece) Date: 01/28/2017