United States: Air Medal. Circa 1945 issue

An award for Second World War / Korean War service

Medal riband fitted with an un-marked Second World War era 'Wrap Brooch', and as issued with a fine silk moire corded riband

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

A contemporary issue of the Air Medal awarded for the period 19145-1954 (Second World War and Korean War issue)

Condition: About EF

Code: 23834