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The International
Harmon Trophy - (link)
In 1926 Clifford B. Harmon,
a wealthy sportsman and aviator, established three
international trophies to be awarded annually
to the world's outstanding aviator, aviatrix,
and aeronaut. A fourth trophy was later created
to honor achievements in space flight. The Harmon
Trophy--the aviator's award--is given for the
most outstanding international achievements in
the preceding year, with the art of flying receiving
first consideration. The Smithsonian Institution
acquired the aviator's trophy in 1950 from the
Clifford B. Harmon Trust. This prestigious award
was presented to Max Conrad by former
vice-president and senator Hubert H. Humphrey. |
