AIR FORCE ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL, Full Size, Issue Finish (1039)

Description

AIR FORCE ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL
(1039)
BACKGROUND
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This award was authorized by the Secretary of the Air Force on Oct. 20, 1980. It is awarded to Air Force personnel for outstanding achievement or meritorious service rendered specifically on behalf of the Air Force. It may also be awarded for acts of courage lesser than for award of the Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM).
MEDAL DESCRIPTION
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The distinctive outer border of this medal is composed of 11 cloudlike shapes, centered on the obverse a medallion portraying thunderbolts and wings, signifying striking power through aerospace, adapted from the Seal of the Air Force. This striking medal was designed by Capt. Robert C. Bonn, Jr., USAF. On the reverse of the medal in raised letters is the circular inscription, Air Force Meritorious Achievement.
RIBBON DESCRIPTION
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The ribbon has three sets of four vertical stripes of ultramarine blue on a silver gray background.
AUTHORIZED DEVICES
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Oak Leaf Cluster
Valor "V" Device
WHAT YOU ARE BIDDING ON:
One New Current Issue Full Size Air Force Achievement Medal manufactured by an authorized United States Department of Defense Contractor.
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