@DavidFSkinner @bubbaprog Brief history of the challenge coin (for those who don't know)
They didn't start as coins, but rather medallions.
In WW1, a wealthy aristocrat was placed in charge of a squadron of pilots. He commemorated by having a medallion with the squadron seal made for them.
They didn't start as coins, but rather medallions.
In WW1, a wealthy aristocrat was placed in charge of a squadron of pilots. He commemorated by having a medallion with the squadron seal made for them.
@DavidFSkinner @bubbaprog One of those pilots was shot down over France, and he was captured trying to return back to his unit. He was suspected of being a German spy, and was going to be executed.
@DavidFSkinner @bubbaprog His equipment was being inspected for items of military importance, and the medallion was discovered. Someone had heard of the aristocrat having these medals made, and recognized the squadron logo. Instead of being shot as a traitor, they offered him wine.
@DavidFSkinner @bubbaprog This is why when a challenge coin is presented to you, you either have to present one back (the more prominent the giver, the better), or you must buy them a drink.
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