US Department of Transportation Guardian Medal Ribbon

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U.S. Department of Transportation Guardian Medal ribbon. Mint, unissued.
The Department of Transportation Guardian Medal was awarded to senior government officials who, through visionary leadership, have re-directed the focus and resources of their organization, or major entities within their organization, and whose efforts have had a profound impact in their field, the Federal Government, or on the general public in providing for the protection and security of the United States and its citizens. To justify this decoration, nominations must have demonstrated exceptional performance of duty while in a position of great responsibility, clearly above that normally expected, which has contributed materially to the betterment of the United States. No longer awarded. Apparently, only two were awarded.
The obverse of the medal depicts, from the waist up, a colonial minuteman holding a flag. He rises from the center of a scroll that says "Bello vel pace paratus" (
Ready
for war or
peace)
. The obverse is surrounded by a slightly raised rim which identifies the origin of the medal; "Department of Transportation", arched over the top, is separated by five stars on each side from the words "United States of America". A laurel wreath decorates the reverse of the medal. This also has a raised rim, which reads, "For service to the U.S. Department of Transportation in guarding the interests of the American public". For a photo of this medal, see Wikipedia.
Service ribbons are provided WITHOUT mounting devices! If you need service ribbon mounts, please contact me prior to purchasing this item.
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