An antique American 19th century bronze Winfield Scott Congressional Bronze Medal. The obverse features a left facing bust of Scott inscribed with an inscription: Major General Winfield Scott, on a ribbon above, and: Resolution of Congress March 9 1848, below. The reverse features six medallions depicting Mexican American War battlefields around a central image of Mexico City. Winfield Scott, 1786 to 1866, was an American military commander and political candidate. He served as a general in the United States Army from 1814 to 1861, taking part in the War of 1812, the Mexican–American War, the early stages of the American Civil War and conflicts with Native Americans. Scott was the Whig Party's presidential nominee in the 1852 election, but was defeated by Democrat Franklin Pierce. He was known as Old Fuss and Feathers for his insistence on proper military etiquette, as well as the Grand Old Man of the Army for his many years of service. American History Collectibles, Military Awards, Medals And Exonumia.