History and Stories of the Challenge Coin

Have you ever received a challenge coin and thought about its history? Who started this tradition? What is the etiquette of keeping them on hand? How are they made? Who designs them?  

The Scuttlebutt attempts to answer these questions and more with Vietnam Navy Veteran Donn Nemchick and longtime VBC member Henry Schoepke. We dive into the history and hear stories of the challenge coins Henry and Donn have received over the years.

Henry also dives into his vast collection of signatures and stories he’s received from WWII veterans.

Henry’s letter in VBC Magazine - https://bit.ly/421Tw8v

 

Henry’s appearance on 15WMTV - https://bit.ly/48WZKbS

 

Challenge Coins Wiki - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Challenge_coin

 

44-year veteran creates challenge coins to honor military members - https://youtu.be/Na2-PPT5xXI?si=R0VKPUAtUWGuaqr_

 

Thrift Store Finds Military Challenge Coins Large Lot Any Good Ones? - https://youtu.be/N-5mKIkZNms?si=-cmxEew4UvS2HNF5

 

How to Practice Military Challenge Coin Etiquette - https://youtu.be/zc6_9TqmOfA?si=Hgx2JUEdcXzGZZRY

 

Order your own Challenge Coin from a Veteran-owned Business - Www.medalsofamerica.com

 

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