Full Size Southwest Asia Service Medal - Desert Storm Desert Shield Era
Up for sale is an authentic Southwest Asia Service Medal (SWASM) set, including the full-sized medal and its corresponding service ribbon bar. Established by President George H.W. Bush in 1991, this decoration recognizes members of the U.S. Armed Forces who served in support of Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm during the Persian Gulf War.
Item Details:
- Total Items: 1 Full-sized Medal and 1 Service Ribbon Bar.
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The medal and ribbon are professionally mounted on a white display card.
- Obverse Design: Features a desert landscape with a tank, armored personnel carrier, and helicopters, representing the joint-service nature of the campaign.
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Ribbon Symbolism:
- Tan (Chamois): Represents the desert sands of the region.
- Red, White, & Blue: Represents the United States.
- Black & Green: Represents the colors of the coalition member flags (Kuwait and Saudi Arabia).
Historical Significance:
This medal was awarded for service between August 2, 1990, and November 30, 1995. It honors those who served in designated areas including Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the surrounding waters of the Persian Gulf and Red Sea.
This medal was awarded for service between August 2, 1990, and November 30, 1995. It honors those who served in designated areas including Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the surrounding waters of the Persian Gulf and Red Sea.
Collector's Note:
The Southwest Asia Service Medal is a key piece for any collection of modern U.S. militaria. Its unique design, created by Nadine Russell of the Institute of Heraldry, remains one of the most recognizable service medals in the United States inventory.
The Southwest Asia Service Medal is a key piece for any collection of modern U.S. militaria. Its unique design, created by Nadine Russell of the Institute of Heraldry, remains one of the most recognizable service medals in the United States inventory.
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