World War II Victory Medal

Title

World War II Victory Medal

Description

Silk ribbon, center red stripe with rainbow stripes (adopted from the World War I Victory Medal). Gold medal with one side showing the relief of Liberty figure with a broken sword and embossed text "World War II"; On the other side embossed text "United States of America 1941-1945, Freedom from fear and want, Freedom of speach and religion." This medal was issued to any member of the US Armed Services who served in Active Duty or Reservist between December 7, 1941-December 31, 1946. Possibly Gordon or Harold Lowe's.

Creator

Unknown

Date

1941-1946

Contributor

Donated by Doug Lowe

Format

7.6 x 3.8 x 0.6 cm medal

Coverage

Portsmouth, Scioto County, Ohio

Rights

Scioto County Public Library