Defense Meritorious Service Medal

SKU: 02.USA.0121.101.01

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  • Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Obverse
  • Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Reverse

Attributes

  • country
    United States
  • date of institution
    November 3, 1977
  • remarks
    The Medal was designed by Mildred Orloff and Lewis J. King Jr. The rank, regiment and actions of the recipient will influence the value of this decoration.

History


The Defence Meritorious Service Medal was established by President Jimmy Carter by Executive Order on November 3, 1977. The Medal is awarded to any active member of the Armed Forces assigned to a qualifying joint activity in recognition of non-combat meritorious service or achievement during peacetime. The service must be of a lesser degree than to merit the recognition of the Defence Superior Service Medal, but which is still incontestably exceptional. In 2014, the award was extended to members of the Armed Forces of friendly foreign nations.

Bronze or silver oak leaf emblems are available for wear on the ribbon to denote additional awards.

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  • Price

    $50+ USD

  • Composition

    Bronze Gilt

  • Inscription

    Rev: DEFENSE MERITORIOUS SERVICE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

  • Size

    38mm

  • Maker

  • Version Remarks

    It is uncertain the reverse was officially engraved with the recipient's details. The rank, regiment and actions of the recipient will in...

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