Byrd Antarctic Expedition Medal
The Byrd Antarctic Expedition Medal is a Congressional medal established by an Act of Congress in 1930 to commemorate the Byrd Antarctic Expedition of 1928–1930. Presented in gold, silver and bronze, the medals were awarded to 81 individuals associated with the expedition, for a total cost of $6,560.
| Byrd Antarctic Expedition Medal | |
|---|---|
Obverse | |
| Type | Commemorative medal |
| Awarded for | Valuable services to the Nation in the field of polar exploration and science |
| Presented by | United States Congress |
| Eligibility | Members of the first Byrd Antarctic Expedition from 1928-1930 |
| Status | One Time Award |
| Established | 23 May 1930 |
| Total | 81 |
Ribbon bar | |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | NC-4 Medal |
| Next (lower) | Second Byrd Antarctic Expedition Medal |
| Related | Peary Polar Expedition Medal United States Antarctic Expedition Medal |
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