Cold War Commemorative Medal and Ribbon
Cold War Commemorative Ribbon
Cold War Commemorative Medal
History
In 1998, Congress directed the Secretary of Defense to establish a certificate to honor United States Armed Forces members as well as eligible civilians who contributed honorably to the Cold War effort between September 2, 1945 and December 26, 1991. Those who received the Cold War Recognition Certificate may wish to accompany it with a medal and ribbon, though as an independently created award it is not eligible for wear on military uniforms.
Details
The medal features the United States flag in red, white, and blue with an image of the Berlin Wall and a government building on either side. The medal is encircled by an inscription that reads “1945 - COLD WAR - 1991 COMMEMORATIVE.” The ribbon is red with black edging and features a thin red and blue stripe alternating with three thin white stripes.
Precedence
Next Lower: Legion of Merit Officer
Cold War Commemorative Ribbon
Cold War Commemorative Medal