Collection Highlights
Mayor George B. McClellan at the controls of the first subway train, October 27, 1904
Date:
1904
Object Number:
PR.020.90.1
Medium:
Silver gelatin print
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Medal
Object Number:
2008.42.223
Date:
ca. 1898
Medium:
Brass, paint
Dimensions:
diameter: 25.5mm (1 in.)
Description:
Brass uniface medal with rope border and ship at sea colored with paint, within ornate cartouche; legend: "BATTLESHIP/ MAINE." Reverse shows vestiges of fittings.
Credit Line:
Gift of the Naval History Society, 1925
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
