 Mexican War Shield. National Association of Veterans. J.CM.31. Copper. Choice Extremely Fine. 57.7 x 53.5 mm. By William Barber. Without ribbon or pinback, rivets broken on back. Awarded on the back to Charles W. Diven, 2 Penn. Inf., Col. Geary, Co. M. Capt. Caldwell. The 2nd Pennsylvania sent 12 companies to the war, serving January, 1847 to July, 1848. The 2nd was the first to penetrate the walls of Mexico City and the regiment was give the honor of occupying the Citadel as a reward.
Ex S. Joudy on February 7, 1974.
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