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Peace Dove pin, designer Cecile et Jeanne, France; photographer John Bigelow Taylor.
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Angel Pin

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  • Title Angel

    Date circa 1998

    Designer Designer Unknown, USA

    Materials Yellow Gold-Plated Base Metal

    Size 2.4" x 3"
    (6.1cm x 7.6cm)

Angel of Solace

In 1998, terrorists bombed the U.S. embassies in Kenya and Tanzania. Before flying across the Atlantic to honor those who were killed, Secretary Albright made brief remarks at Andrews Air Force Base. With sadness in her heart, she turned to help from an angel.

Albright St Andrews Base
Photo Credit: Associated Press.

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