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Gulielmo Washington Legionis Equit Praefecto Comitia American Medal
Gulielmo Washington Legionis Equit Praefecto Comitia American Medal
Gulielmo Washington Legionis Equit Praefecto Comitia American Medal

Gulielmo Washington Legionis Equit Praefecto Comitia American Medal

$ 26.4

Availability: 100 in stock
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  • Type: Medal
  • Composition: Bronze
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown
  • Circulated/Uncirculated: Circulated

    Description

    Gulielmo Washington Legionis Equit Praefecto Comitia American Medal. Measures: 1 3/4". 1.7oz.
    Gulielmo Washington Legionis Equit.Praefecto-Comitia American Medal Col. Washington (1752-1810) was awarded a Congressional Medal for his gallantry in leading a decisive cavalry action at the Battle of Cowpens. The medal is inscribed: "Gulielmo Washington Legionis Equitum Praefecto Comitiaamericana — The American Congress to William Washington, Commander of a regiment of Cavalry." On the reverse side: "Quod Parva Militum Manu Irenue Prosecutus Hostes Vitrutis Ingenitae Praeclarum Specimen Dedit In Pugna A.D. Cowpens, 17th January 1781 — Because, having vigorously pursued the foe with a small band of soldiers, he gave a brilliant specimen of innate valor in the battle of Cowpens, 17 January 1781". Item in photo is the one you will receive. Please examine to determine the quality of the item.