American National Defense Service medal in issue box
The National Defense Service Medal was established by President Eisenhower in 1953. It is a decoration presented to recognize all military members who have served in active duty during a declared national emergency. To be eligible, members must have served honorably during one of the following time periods: The Korean War from June 27, 1950 - July 27, 1954; The Vietnam War from January 1, 1961 - August 14, 1974; The Gulf War from August 2, 1990 - November 30, 1995; the War on Terrorism from September 11, 2001 - a yet to be determined date.
This genuine official FULL SIZE issue of the National Defense Service Medal award is die struck in bronze with a patinated finish. It is complete with the correct ribbon with brooch suspension. This is a genuine medal of the very highest USA made quality, in mint, un-issued condition, U.S. Government approved and of regulation manufacture - hallmarked by a U.S. Government authorized manufacturer behind the pin as per U.S. federal regulation.
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