United States. The Society Of The Cincinnati Eagle Medal, A Rare Smaller L’enfant Eagle In Gold, 1784 Auction Archive (Fernschreib-Kompanie Erkennungsmarke)

(Fernschreib-Kompanie Erkennungsmarke)

fine piece in extremely fine condition

/ Reserve of Air Force Officers

during 1849-1853 period

United States. The Society Of The Cincinnati Eagle Medal, A Rare Smaller L’enfant Eagle In Gold, 1784 Auction Archive (Fernschreib-Kompanie Erkennungsmarke)The Society of the Cincinnati was first conceived by Major General Henry Knox and was formally established on May 13, 1783. The role of the Society was to preserve the liberties fought for during the American Revolution, maintain the French American alliance formed throughout the course of the war, and provide charity to the Officers families. It is the oldest hereditary society in the United States and continues to function today. United States. The