New York Yankees Insignia. . This insignia was originally struck on a medal of honor in 1877 by Tiffany and Co. for a New York City police officer shot in the line of duty. It is the first medal recognizing bravery given by the NYPD. In 1909, it was adopted by the New York Highlanders baseball team, the future New York Yankees.
This insignia was originally struck on a medal of honor in 1877 by Tiffany & Co. for a New York City police officer shot in the line of duty. It is the first medal recognizing bravery given by the NYPD. In 1909, it was adopted by the New York Highlanders baseball team, the future New York Yankees.
Erected by New York Yankees Baseball Team.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Law Enforcement • Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1877.
Location. 40° 49.786′ N, 73° 55.53′ W. Marker is in Bronx, New York, in Bronx County. It is in Concourse. It can be reached from River Avenue north of East 161st Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 33 River Ave, Bronx NY 10452, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in New York City. It is also in the American Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in North America and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 12, 2024. It was originally submitted on August 12, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 250 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on August 12, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
