United Nations Medal
The United Nations Medal is an international military decoration awarded by the United Nations (UN) to military personnel and police who have participated in various United Nations peacekeeping missions.
History[edit | edit source]
The United Nations Medal was established in 1960 to recognize the service of military personnel and police in UN peacekeeping operations. The medal is awarded to individuals who have served for a minimum period, typically six months, in a UN mission.
Design[edit | edit source]
The medal features the United Nations emblem on the obverse side. The reverse side is inscribed with the words "In the Service of Peace". The ribbon of the medal varies depending on the specific mission, with each mission having a unique ribbon design.
Eligibility[edit | edit source]
To be eligible for the United Nations Medal, personnel must have served in a UN peacekeeping mission for a specified period, usually six months. The medal is awarded to both military personnel and police who meet the criteria.
Missions[edit | edit source]
The United Nations Medal is awarded for participation in various missions, including but not limited to:
- United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO)
- United Nations Emergency Force (UNEF)
- United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL)
- United Nations Protection Force (UNPROFOR)
See also[edit | edit source]
- United Nations peacekeeping
- International military decoration
- List of United Nations peacekeeping missions
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