What is the Vietnam Service Medal?
Regulations for the Vietnam Service Medal The Vietnam Service Medal was established by EO 11231, 8 July 1965, as amended by EO 13286, 2 February 2003. It is awarded to all Servicemembers of the Armed Forces of the United States serving in Vietnam and its contiguous waters or airspace there over, after 3 July 1965 through 28 March 1973.
Who is eligible for the Vietnam War Medal?
This medal is awarded to members of the armed forces of the United States who: 1. Served for six months in South Vietnam during the period March 1, 1961 to March 28, 1973. 2. Served outside the geographical limits of South Vietnam and contributed direct combat support to the RVN Armed Forces for an aggregate of six months.
Can you wear both the Expeditionary Medal and the Vietnam Service Medal?
Personnel previously awarded the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal for service in Vietnam between July 1958 and July 1965, may, upon request, exchange that medal for the Vietnam Service Medal (pictured below); however, no one is authorized to wear both medals solely for services in Vietnam.
What are the different types of service medals?
Service ribbonand campaign streamer Precedence Next (higher) Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal Next (lower) Southwest Asia Service Medal Related Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal Vietnam Civilian Service Award
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