Driehonderdvijftigjarige herdenking van de verlossing van Middelburg 1924 1924

This medal, commemorating Middelburg's liberation in 1924, presents us with potent symbols of freedom and vigilance. On one side, we see the crowned eagle, a classic emblem of power and sovereignty, its wings spread wide as if to gather and protect. This mirrors the Roman eagle, a symbol adopted and adapted across centuries to denote imperial might and divine authority. The other side depicts an all-seeing eye radiating outwards, coupled with the word "Vrijheid," meaning freedom. This recalls the Eye of Providence, often interpreted as divine watchfulness, a symbol that permeates various cultures, from ancient Egypt to Masonic iconography. Here, it speaks to the eternal vigilance required to maintain liberty. The juxtaposition of the protective eagle and the watchful eye evokes a deep emotional response, reminding us that freedom is both a treasure to be guarded and a state that demands constant awareness. These symbols, deeply ingrained in our collective memory, continue to resonate across time.