This medal is presented to William F. Kirchner, at the 52nd state encampment Ithaca, New York dated June 26th 1918. William F. Kirchner died at his New York City home on October 8, 1923, in his 81st year. He enlisted in Duryea?s Zouaves in May 1861 and was afterwards transferred to a light artillery regiment. He was mustered out August 3, 1865 with the rank of First Lieutenant. He joined Sedgwick Post No. 11, in 1866 and later helped to organize Farragut Post, No. 75 and also Aspinwall Post. 600, serving the latter as commander for several years. He served as Department Commander in 1917 and for several years was chariman of the Memorial Committee of the Grand Army of the Republic for the City of New York. Total weight: 38.3 dwt Dimensions: L 5.5" x W 1.25" Condition: Light handling wear consistent with age. Missing center stone.

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