Military Medals, Insignia & War Souvenirs

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A military decoration is a decoration given to military personnel or units for heroism in battle or distinguished service. They are designed to be worn on military uniform.

Today military decorations include:
  • Orders of Chivalry;
  • Bravery awards, in the form of a cross, star or medal on a ribbon;
  • Distinguished service awards, in the form of a cross, star or medal on a ribbon;
  • Campaign medals worn on a ribbon;
  • Service medals worn on a ribbon;
  • Awards for entire units.