Korean War Service Medal approved after 50 years

This medal was originally offered by the Republic of Korea in 1951. At the time, U.S. law prohibited the military from wearing medals issued by foreign governments; however, Congress changed that in 1954. By then though, most U.S. servicemembers eligible for the medal had returned home.

To wear this medal on U.S. military uniforms, U.S. military members must have:

- - Served between June 25, 1950 and July 27, 1953

- - been on permanent assignment or on temporary duty for 30 consecutive days and

- - performed their duty within the territorial limits of Korea, in the waters immediately adjacent thereto, or in aerial flight over Korea participating in or supporting combat operations.

Specify number 141a. or "ROK War Service Medal" when ordering

(The Ribbon Works will not determine eligibility or authorization - the above is provided for information only)