Robert Tait McKenzie
“Speed and Strength” Medal
1935
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Robert Tait McKenzie
“Speed and Strength” Medal
1935
Physical Qualities
Bronze, 1/8 x 2 7/8 in. (0.3 x 7.3 cm)
Credit Line
Bequest of Blanche Adler
Object Number
1941.152g
Obverse: Classical nude male appears as a shot-putter.
Reverse: A line of youths in a footrace appear as natural in their element as the birds in the sky and the greyhound that keeps pace with the men.
Inscribed: Obverse: "19 RMT 36 / Rejoice / Oh / Young Man In / Thy Youth"
