1887 Medal Int'l Military Encampment Bronze 38mm Fort Dearborn

Coin Details

Description

This 1887 bronze medal at 38mm commemorates an International Military Encampment at Fort Dearborn. Fort Dearborn, located at the site of modern Chicago, was a historic military outpost that played a role in the War of 1812 and the settlement of the American Midwest. By 1887, the fort was long gone but remained a powerful symbol of Chicago's frontier origins. International military encampments brought together military personnel from various nations for exhibitions, competitions, and diplomatic exchange. Bronze composition indicates a higher-quality commemorative than common white metal souvenirs. Commemorative medals serve as primary historical documents, recording events and honoring individuals in a format that was often produced closer to the actual occurrence than published histories or official records. The Fort Dearborn connection evokes Chicago's transformation from a frontier fort to one of America's greatest cities.

Rarity Notes

Scarce. Fort Dearborn military encampment medal, bronze 38mm, 1887.

Cross References

PCGS #813256; International Military Encampment; Fort Dearborn; Chicago; Bronze 38mm; 1887