The World War II Victory Medal was first issued as a service ribbon and in 1946, the medal was established. The medal was awarded to any member of the United States armed services, including members of the armed forces of the Government of the Philippine Islands, who served on active duty, or as a reservist, between December 7, 1941 and December 31, 1946.
The American Campaign Medal was established by Executive Order 9265 on November 6, 1942, by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The medal was awarded to any member of the United States armed servies with 30 consecutive day of service in the American Theater between December 7, 1941 and March 2, 1946.
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
United States Military Service Uniform Ribbon bars: World War II Victory Medal, American Campaign Medal, United States Army Good Conduct Medal.
Dimensions
3-D: 11.1 × 1.1 × 1.3cm (4 3/8 × 7/16 × 1/2 in.)
Materials
Silk
Copper Alloy
Gold-Colored Plating
Inventory Number
A19630425001
Credit Line
Donated by Alexander J. Kaylas
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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