The National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) was a service award of the United States Armed Forces established by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1953. It was awarded to every member of the U.S. Armed Forces who served during any one of four specified periods of armed conflict or national emergency from June 27, 1950 through December 31, 2022.

It is awarded for honorable active military service as a member of the armed forces of the United States including the Coast Guard, during the following periods: -June 27, 1950 to July 27, 1954 - Korean War timeframe. -Jan. 1, 1961 to Aug. 14, 1974 - Vietnam War timeframe.

Jul 1, 2019 · The National Defense Service medal is awarded to those who have served honorable active duty. In 1991 President George W. Bush issued an Executive Order 12776 to have the National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) eligible to those who serve in the Reserve during the Gulf War.

3 days ago · Policy for awards, approving authority and supply of medals is contained in AR 600-8-22. The purpose of this site is to provide information on United States Army heraldic entitlements; how they...

Feb 27, 2024 · How Do I Request Military Awards and Decorations? Important information for Next-of-Kin Cold War Recognition Certificate The National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) does not issue service medals;

Jan 2, 2025 · Requests for the issuance or replacement of military service medals, decorations and awards should be directed to the specific branch of the military in which the veteran served.

NUMEROUS QUESTIONS HAVE SURFACED CONCERNING THE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR AWARD OF THE NATIONAL DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL (NDSM). THE PURPOSE OF THIS MESSAGE IS TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE AND CLARIFICATION OF REF A. 2. INTENT.

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Mar 16, 2011 · It is awarded to members of the U.S. Armed Forces for any honorable active federal service during the Korean War (June 27, 1950 – July 27, 1954), Vietnam War (January 1, 1961- August 14, 1974), Desert Shield/Desert Storm (August 2, 1990 – November 30, 1995) and/or Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan) (September 11, 2001 to...

Nov 14, 2024 · The National Defense Service Medal is a prestigious award that recognizes the service and sacrifice of members of the United States Armed Forces. Established in 1953, the medal is awarded to personnel who have served honorably during designated periods of national emergency or war.