Korea Service Medal (Queens Korea) - Full Size Unmounted

Instituted in July 1951, the Korea Medal was awarded for service in Korea between July 1950 and July 1953. Personnel who served in the Korean War may also be eligible for the United Nations Korea Medal, and Australian Active Service Medal 1945-1975.

Design

The medal is a cupro-nickel medallion, featuring the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. The reverse depicts an image of Hercules fighting the Hydra.

Ribbon

The ribbon of the Korea Medal has alternating stripes of yellow and light blue in equal size. The colours represent Korea and the United Nations.

Clasps

Personnel awarded with a Mention in Despatches are authorised to wear the bronze oak leaf on the ribbon with the full size and miniature medals, with a small version on the ribbon bar.

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