United States: Distinguished Flying Cross. With 3 x 'Bronze Oakleaf Clusters' on riband. Circa 1970-1995

Each bronze 'Oakleaf Cluster' indicates that the recipient has been awarded a further award of the DFC = a total of 4 x DFC's

The silk moire corded riband fitted with a 9mm 'crimp brooch' mounting bar. This with makers hallmark of 'Diamond' & letters 'GI'. The mounting bar retaining its long hinged-pin & intricate drop lock clasp fittings as issued

The Distinguished Flying Cross, that was established by Congress on 2 July 1926, is a military decoration awarded to any officer or enlisted member of the United States Armed Forces who distinguishes himself or herself in support of operations by "heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in an aerial flight, subsequent to November 11, 1918

The style of crimp brooch and makers marks indicate that this type of DFC was issued for late Vietnam War, Gulf War & Balkans campaigns

Condition: EF

Code: 24676