United Nations Medal

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The United Nations Medal is an international military decoration awarded by the United Nations (UN) to military personnel and police officers who have participated in various UN peacekeeping missions. Established on July 30, 1959, the medal recognizes the service and contributions of individuals in maintaining international peace and security.

Eligibility[edit | edit source]

The United Nations Medal is awarded to members of the military and police who have served in a UN peacekeeping mission for a minimum period, typically 90 days. Each mission has its own specific criteria and qualifying period, which are determined by the UN.

Design[edit | edit source]

The design of the United Nations Medal varies depending on the mission. However, the standard medal features the emblem of the United Nations, which includes a world map surrounded by olive branches. The ribbon bar of the medal also varies in color and design to represent different missions.

Notable Missions[edit | edit source]

Some of the notable UN peacekeeping missions for which the United Nations Medal has been awarded include:

United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO)
United Nations Emergency Force (UNEF)
United Nations Operation in the Congo (ONUC)
United Nations Protection Force (UNPROFOR)
United Nations Mission in Sierra Leone (UNAMSIL)
United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan (UNMISS)

Related Awards[edit | edit source]

The United Nations Medal is often compared to other international military decorations such as the NATO Medal, which is awarded for participation in NATO operations.

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