Some History of Challenge Coins

The rich history of challenge coins is amazing to learn.

For almost 100 years, challenge coins have served to remind groups, teams and units of their common goals, dedication and allegiance.

In World War I, a rich lieutenant had custom challenge coins minted for all those in his unit as a symbol of loyalty.

Narrowly escaping the Germans, one pilot in this unit produced his challenge coin to French soldiers and had his life spared. That inspired the others in this pilot's unit to always carry their challenge coins.

The modern meaning of the challenge coin... Today, custom challenge coins still represent a tight bond between members of military units however, an explosion in their popularity has spread to other teams and clubs.

Recognizing that challenge coins build team spirit, preserve unity and encourage stronger ties; many other organizations have begun issuing custom challenge coins to bolster these traits.

your future history of challenge coins begins here!

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