Size:Length:37.3 x Width:32.3 x Height:2 (cm)

Introduction：Defense Minister of Ecuadorian Ministry of National Defense presented this silver shield plate on August 10, 1965. The silver shield is mounted on black heart-shaped wood. The shield is inscribed with the words in Spanish: "We adore you Mr. President, Chiang Kai-shek, as you are the greatest defender of freedom. Major-general Minstro, Ministerio de Defensa Nacional, Republic of Ecuador, August 1965."

Ecuador was, originally part of the Inca Empire, colonized by Spain in 1532. Although declared independence on August 10, 1809, it was still occupied by the Spanish colonial army. In 1822, Ecuador achieved independence and joined Gran Colombia in 1825. After Gran Colombia was dissolved in 1830, Ecuador emerged as the Republic of Ecuador. However, after the founding of the nation, political situation in Ecuador had been in turmoil, one coup after another. The helm of the state had been changed hands from a civilian government to a military government, and vice versa, for nineteen times. The 10th day of August 1965 was the 57th anniversary of Ecuador's National Day.

Accession Number:CR05400200