United States: Air Medal. With 2 x Silver 'Oakleaf' clusters on riband

An award from the era of the Second World War / Korea War 1945-1954

The 2 x Silver 'Oakleaf Clusters' on the riband denote that the recipient has been awarded a further 10 x awards of the Air Medal (each silver emblem representing 5 x additional awards)

The silk corded medal riband is suspended from an un-marked 'Slot Brooch'. This retaining the original long-hinged pin and clasp fittings as issued

Important: The style of mounting brooch and the absence of any numeric emblems indicate that this is a decoration awarded to a United States Army, or United States Air Force personnel circa 1945-1968, and contemporary to the Second World War and Korean War

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

An early example of an Air Mail for the Second World War / Korean War

Minor service wear to silk riband

Condition: VF

Code: 20327