Friday, June 5, 2015
The Commodore John Barry Memorial Medal Program 2015
Hibernians Announce
Recipients of Annual Catholic Scholastic Medal Award
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| Commodore John Barry "Father of The United States Navy" |
The
Ancient Order of Hibernians, Myles Scully-Division #1 of Yonkers
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| The AOH dedicated The Commodore Barry Memorial in Annapolis in 2014 |
Commodore
Barry received Navy Commission #1 from President George Washington in 1798,
making him the first flag officer of the newly formed U.S. Navy. The Commodore Barry Medal is awarded to a
graduating student who has excelled in U.S. History/Social Studies. The award consists of a certificate of merit
along with a medal which is worn around the neck.
The awards will be presented to each student at their school graduation ceremonies beginning the week of June 12th.
The awards will be presented to each student at their school graduation ceremonies beginning the week of June 12th.
Congratulations to
this years winners!
Sacred Heart School
St. Ann’s School - Jena
Guilfoyle
St. Anthony’s School -
Jacqueline Feehan
St. Peter’s School - Rickay
Channer
St. Eugene’s School - Anthony
Nicolas Delfino Goncalves
