The US Korea Service Medal Full Size is a United States military award established in 1950 to recognize service members who participated in operations during the Korean War. This medal was authorized by Executive Order 10179 and is presented to military personnel who served between June 27, 1950, and July 27, 1954, in direct support of combat operations on the Korean Peninsula or its adjacent waters and airspace. The full-size medal features a bronze medallion with a depiction of the Korean gateway and the word “KOREA” inscribed above, symbolizing service in the region. The reverse shows an American bald eagle and the phrase “For Service.” The accompanying ribbon consists of vertical blue, white, and gold stripes, reflecting the United Nations colors with American national elements. The US Korea Service Medal Full Size serves as an important historical artifact reflecting American involvement in the Korean conflict and is suitable for historical collections or display.
