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In 1893, millions of Americans carried home bronze medals from the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. These pocket-sized souvenirs commemorated a world's fair that celebrated American invention, industry, and ambition. For ordinary visitors, the medal was a tangible memory of a transformative week.
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You turn the medal over in your palm, still warm from your jacket pocket. On one side, Lady Liberty gazes forward with purpose; flip it, and you see Columbus himself. You bought it at the fair's gate for a few cents—proof you were there, proof you witnessed America's greatness.
Reflect
What object do you carry or keep to remember a meaningful experience or moment?