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- 1957 (Creation)
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1 medal
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The International Confectioners Exhibition, Dusseldorf 4-12 May 1957 was one of the largest exhibitions of its kind and featured displays of traditional confectionary products from countries in Europe. The Borough Polytechnic and the Leeds College of Technology were invited to display their produce as part of a section for Bakery Schools. The Polytechnic's Bakery and Confectionary Department was displayed by a member of staff, Miss Joan Russell who was then internationally well known for display work.
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Medal inscribed, 'II. INT. KONDITOREI FACHMESSE DUSSELDORF 1957 GOLDMEDALLE FUR HERVORRAGEN DE LEISTUNGEN (HOOFSTATTER BONN), DKB'
Rough Translation: 'II. International Confectioners' Exhibition Dusseldorf 1957 Gold medal for Outstanding Achievements (Hoofstatter Bonn)'
The gold medal was won by the Polytechnic's Bakery and Confectionary Department for a special display of flour confectionary in the schools' section of the International Confectioners Exhibition, Dusseldorf 4-12 May 1957.
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Gold-plated medal in red leather case.