Thursday, June 20, 2024

Saturday, June 20, 1874. Life Savers

Congress established the Gold Lifesaving Medal and Silver Lifesaving Medal.  They were originally issued through the Treasury Department, which properly ran the Coast Guard before it was transferred to the Department of Homeland Security, but they may be issued to anyone.

 Joshua James, U.S. Life–Saving Station keeper, credited with saving over 500 lives during his lifetime wearing the medal and other awards.

Last prior edition:

Sunday, June 14, 1874. Calling for an Indian War.

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