The Airman's Medal was authorized on August 10, 1956 to replace the Soldier's Medal for Air Force personnel. It is presented actions involving voluntary risk of life under conditions other than combat.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
AWARDS-Medals & Ribbons
Physical Description
Bronze Airman's Medal; Blue and yellow striped silk ribbon with light blue edge stripe.
Dimensions
3-D: 3.7 × 1.1 × 1.1cm (1 7/16 × 7/16 × 7/16 in.)
Materials
Copper Alloy
Silk
Inventory Number
A19711073001
Credit Line
Transferred from the United States Air Force, Personnel Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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