Name/Title
Perry Centennial PinEntry/Object ID
2010.1.1567Description
This item is a centennial pin marking Commadore Perry's Lake Erie victory during the War of 1812. The pin is silver, and it contains a relief of PErry, his ship, two American flags, two soldiers, and the caption, "Justice F.C.. Wiliam R. Day. Perry Centennial, July 4th- Oct. 5th, 1813-1913." The back reads, " At the surrender Perry telling the British officers to retain their swords."Collection
BechtelAcquisition
Accession
2010.1Source or Donor
Mr. BechtelAcquisition Method
Gift/PurchaseCredit Line
BECHTEL