United States. Three Medals & Decorations Archive due to the decline of

due to the decline of the Luftwaffe in the Italian theatre

integral ring on the reverse

laurels applied to reverse

1978 when awards ceased

United States. Three Medals & Decorations Archive due to the decline ofDefense Distinguished Service Medal (two piece construction, in bronze gilt with blue enamels, measuring 41. 3 mm (w) x 47. 5 mm (h), original ribbon with brooch pinback); Meritorious Service Medal (in bronze gilt, measuring 40 mm (w) x 41 mm (h), original ribbon with brooch pinback); and Joint Service Commendation Medal (two piece construction, in bronze gilt with green enamels, measuring 40. 8 mm (w) x 45. 3 mm (h) inclusive of its integral