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THB[MEXICAN WAR] IDed Veteran's Medal
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LiveApr 24, 2026
Day one of Fleischer's 2026 Spring premier auction includes early American artifacts, documents, signatures, ephemera, and weaponry. Rare material relating to African American history is featured, as well as fine examples of antique photography. Fleischer's Auctions info@fleischersauctions.com
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Mexican-American War veteran's badge with pinback closure. Brass. Approx. 2 1/8 x 2 1/4 in.
Obverse with ship, cannon, and military motifs surrounded by the names of major battles that appear along the border. The center with "MEXICO," a yucca, and Chapultepec castle within a wreath with "PERRY", "SCOTT" and "TAYLOR" below. Reverse is engraved "Andrew C. Hereford / 2nd Mo. Cav." There are also some other etchings on the badge's reverse, one of which is the year "1876" underneath the engraving; the etchings above the engraving are illegible.
These medals were commissioned in 1876 by the National Association of Veterans of the Mexican War to honor the service of its members. Unlike later conflicts, the federal government only issued official medals to Generals Winfield Scott and Zachary Taylor for their roles in the Mexican-American War. Recognizing the lack of broader acknowledgment, the Association undertook the responsibility of commemorating the contributions of all who fought in the war, ensuring that veterans beyond the highest commanders received recognition for their service. Typically, these medals also come with a tri-color silk ribbon attached to a suspension bar.
Not much is known about the man whose name is engraved on this badge, which is actually spelled Andrew C. Herreford. He was a corporal for Company B of the 2nd Missouri Cavalry during the War, but neither an enlistment nor discharge date could be found, as well as any personal dates or names attached to him.
[Mexican War, Mexican-American War, Seminole Wars, Florida Wars] [Veterans, Veterans’ Organizations, Fraternal Organizations] [Medals, Corps Badges, Badges]
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