US Navy Expeditionary Medal Full Size USN Expeditions Award Vintage
This listing is for an original United States Navy Expeditionary Medal. This full-sized decoration is a significant piece of US naval history, awarded to personnel who participated in amphibious landings or operations against armed opposition on foreign shores.
Historical Significance
Established in 1936 and made retroactive to 1874, this medal honors those who served in "expeditions" where no other specific campaign medal was authorized. It represents service in critical naval operations ranging from early 20th-century landings to modern conflicts.
Design & Features
- Obverse Design: Features a classic design by A.A. Weinman showing a sailor landing a craft with armed men and an officer in the background, topped with the word "EXPEDITIONS."
- Ribbon: Features the official ultramarine blue ribbon with two wide gold-yellow stripes near the edges.
- Reverse: Depicts an eagle perched on a horizontal anchor, with the words "UNITED STATES NAVY" arched above.
- Size: Full-size official issue military medal.
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