United States: Air Medal United States: Air Medal

United States: Air Medal

Medal riband fitted with a post-1965 crimp-brooch with intricate drop catch hinged pin and clasp fittings, as issued

The reverse of the crimp-brooch with Federal Government contractors marks for 'G-23'

The Air Medal was established by Executive Order 9158, signed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt on May 11, 1942. It was awarded retroactive to September 8, 1939 to anyone who distinguishes himself by meritorious achievement while serving with the Armed Forces in aerial flight

Condition: EF

Code: 19810