United States Air Medal

American United States Air Medal award. Full size.

The Air Medal was established on 11th may 1942 by order of President Roosevelt.The medal is awarded to anyone who, while serving in any capacity in or with the Armed Forces of the United States, distinguishes himself or herself by meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight. During WWII It could also be awarded upon meeting the criteria listed below.

per each naval vessel or three enemy aircraft in flight confirmed destroyed. (An entire aircrew would be credited for the destruction of a ship but only the pilot or gunner responsible would be credited for destroying an enemy aircraft).

per twenty-five (25) operational flights during which exposure to enemy fire is probable and expected.
per one-hundred (100) operational flights during which exposure to enemy fire is not expected.

This genuine official FULL SIZE issue of the Air Medal award is die struck in bronze with a patinated finish. It is complete with the correct ribbon with brooch suspension. This is a genuine medal of the very highest USA made quality, in mint, un-issued condition, U.S. Government approved and of regulation manufacture - hallmarked by a U.S. Government authorized manufacturer behind the pin as per U.S. federal regulation.

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