1965 Medal Second To None Bronze 38mm Second Infantry Division

Coin Details

Description

This 1965 bronze medal at 38mm honors the Second Infantry Division of the United States Army with the motto "Second To None." The Second Infantry Division, known as the Indianhead Division for its distinctive shoulder patch, has served with distinction in every major American conflict since World War I, including the Normandy invasion, the Korean War (where it suffered heavy casualties at Kunu-ri), and later deployments. The 38mm bronze format is standard for military unit commemorative medals. Museum collections of American medals at the Smithsonian, American Numismatic Society, and regional historical societies provide essential reference material for researchers studying material culture and commemorative practices. By 1965, with American military involvement in Vietnam escalating, division history medals served both as tributes to past service and as morale builders for current personnel.

Rarity Notes

Bronze 38mm military unit medal. "Second To None" motto. Collected by military medal enthusiasts and division veterans.

Cross References

PCGS #906507; Second Infantry Division; "Second To None"; Indianhead Division