United States: National Defense Service Medal

Medal mounted on un-marked crimp brooch mounting. The reverse of the brooch retaining the original hinged pin and intricate drop lock clasp fittings as issued

The National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) is a service medal of the United States Armed Forces established by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1953

Eligibility for the NDSM was expanded by executive orders issued in 1966, 1991 and 2003

To date, the NDSM has been awarded for four specific time periods, which roughly correspond to the Korean, Vietnam and Gulf War eras as well as the Global War on Terrorism.
Condition: About EF

Code: 19575