The Medal Day 2011 program began approximately 10 a.m. Nov. 15th in GMDC's auditorium with the showing of the video, New York City's 'Boldest,' on the center stage big screen for the audience and on side monitors for those seated on stage. Note the screen of one of the side monitors is visible on the far right.

WEBMASTER NOTE: At Medal Day 2011 ceremonies in the George Motchan Detention Center (GMDC) on Rikers Island Nov. 15th, the NYC Department of Correction honored staff for heroic acts on and off the job, as well as for distinguished and exceptional on-the-job performance and community service. This New York Correction History Society (NYCHS) presentation features images derived from photos taken by NYCHS at the event as well as texts and images scanned by NYCHS from NYC DOC's Medal Day 2011 booklet distributed at the ceremonies.

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