Name/TitleGeneral Grand Chapter Bronze Distinguished Service Medal - Ansel M. Crowder
About this objectIn 1951, the General Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons established the Distinguished Service Medal in Bronze to be awarded each year to a Royal Arch Mason in each Grand Chapter affiliated with the General Grand Chapter. This Medal is given in recognition of the recipient’s outstanding and meritorious service.
This jewel was the third to be awarded to an Oklahoman in 1954. It was presented to Companion and Sir Knight Ansel M. Crowder (1895-1988) of Perry Chapter No. 15, Royal Arch Masons. Crowder was serving as Grand Commander of Knights Templar of Oklahoma when he received the Distinguished Service Medal in Bronze.
Named CollectionYork Rite
Object number2022.008.0003
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