# Elliott Cresson Medal

> American award conferred by the Franklin Institute

**Wikidata**: [Q1332315](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1332315)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elliott_Cresson_Medal)  
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## Summary

The Elliott Cresson Medal was established in 1875  in the United States . It was awarded by the Franklin Institute for distinguished achievements in science and technology. The medal recognized contributions that advanced practical knowledge and industrial progress.


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