Name/Title
WWI MedalEntry/Object ID
2021.40.1Description
Saint Joseph and Buchanan County, Missouri medal with the words “Droit Et Avant” on the front. On the back is the message:
“To our gallant sons in recognition of their part in the World War 1917-1918.”Use
Commemorating the achievements of soldiers of WWI.Context
Local soldiers and their achievements during WWI are of historical importance to the city of Saint Joseph, MO.Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
InscriptionLocation
Top of MedalTranscription
Droit Et AvantLanguage
FrenchTranslation
First be CorrectNotes
“First be Correct” is half of the Inspector General Moto, “First Be Correct - Then Take Action.”Lexicon
LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials
MedalsDimensions
Width
1-1/2 inLength
1-11/16 in
