1925 Antique Chicago Police Illinois 1st Place Chariot (Motorcycle) Race Medal.
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:23818683 | Year: 1925 |
| Type: BADGE/MEDAL | State: Illinois |
| Organization: Police |
Gold filled. Excellent aging. The photo that is included is a real original photo of Frank Lewandowski who is the original participant and won this race in the year 1925. It was presented to him by the police benevolent association. Frank was also World War One vet who served in France and Czechoslovakia. Fresh estate buy.I was told that this chariot race was a police motorcycle race. Thank you
A note in history:
Between 1920-1939, More than 40 percent of all Chicago Police Off...icers were killed in the line or performance of duty during this era.
A note in history:
Between 1920-1939, More than 40 percent of all Chicago Police Off...icers were killed in the line or performance of duty during this era.
