United States. The Society Of The Cincinnati Eagle Medal, A Rare Smaller L’enfant Eagle In Gold, 1784 Auction Archive measuring 41mm (h)

measuring 41mm (h)

On the left side of the cap is a DRK insignia

inscribed "Ein Wille - Eine Tat - Ein Sieg / Europa - Amerika 12

REESE 22 NASSAY ST

engraver marked "LUCIEN

United States. The Society Of The Cincinnati Eagle Medal, A Rare Smaller L’enfant Eagle In Gold, 1784 Auction Archive measuring 41mm (h)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