Commemorated
Robert Fulton
(American, 1765 – 1815)
Commemorated
Henry Hudson
(English, 1565 – 1611)
Artist/Maker
Schwaab S. & S. Co.
Medal
1909
Place madeUnited States
Brass
Overall: 1 5/16 × 1 3/16 in. (34.1 × 30.2mm)
Gift of the Naval History Society, 1925
2008.42.337
DescriptionBrass struck shield-shaped uniface medal with laurel branches bordering sides, showing rowboat and sailing ship on river; legend: "HUDSON-FULTON/ CELEBRATION/ HUDSON/ LANDING FROM HALF MOON/ NEW YORK/ 1909". Hole punched at top.MarkingsReverse center: "SCHWAAB S.& S./ CO./ MILWAUKEE"
ClassificationsMEDALS