# Goddard Gold Medal

> award given in honor of Robert H. Goddard, authorized by the US Congress in 1959

**Wikidata**: [Q17398294](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q17398294)  
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## Summary

The Goddard Gold Medal was established on September 16, 1959 [1]. It serves as an award recognizing significant contributions in a specific field, though its exact scope and criteria are not detailed in the provided facts. The medal’s creation marked an effort to honor achievements tied to its namesake or associated discipline.No additional details about its recipients, selection process, or institutional affiliation are included in the available information [1].


## References

1. [Source](http://www.nasa.gov/centers/goddard/about/history/dr_goddard.html)