1909 Rochester, NY Soldiers and Sailors Monument Dedication Medal – “Our Fallen Heroes”
1909 Rochester, NY Soldiers and Sailors Monument Dedication Medal – “Our Fallen Heroes” - Inventory Number: VET 370
This commemorative medal was issued in 1909 for the dedication of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument in Rochester, New York—a memorial honoring the service and sacrifice of Union veterans from the Civil War.
The bronze medal features a detailed depiction of the monument itself, with the inscription:
“Soldiers & Sailors Monument Rochester N.Y. 1909.”
Suspended from a patriotic red, white, and blue silk ribbon reading “Our Fallen Heroes,” the medal is topped by a clasp adorned with crossed rifles and a shield—classic iconography of the Grand Army of the Republic.
The reverse side bears a solemn tribute:
“To those who faithful and brave gave their lives for their country 1861–1865.”
These medals were presented or sold as souvenirs during the dedication ceremony, serving as cherished keepsakes for veterans, families, and attendees. Today, they remain poignant symbols of postwar commemoration and the enduring legacy of Civil War service.
Comes housed in 6 x 8 riker display case with black velvet and descriptive card.
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