Young America Medal

Clip: 354021_1_1

Year Shot: 1956 (Actual Year)

Audio: Yes

Video: B/W

Tape Master: 1617

Original Film: 029-030-03

HD: N/A

Location: Washington, DC

Timecode: 00:09:43 - 00:10:10

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President Eisenhower presents the Young America Medal to 14-year old Patricia Ann Strickland of Atlanta, Georgia. For her courage in rescuing her mother from the flaming wreckage of a light plane 2 years ago. Establishing shot - President Eisenhower present an award to Patricia Ann Strickland, CUS - Certificate of Award. CUS - Of Patricia's mom. CUS - J Edgar Hoover, smiling. CUS - Young American Medal. CUS - Patricia Ann Strickland.