National Defense Service Anodized Medal SBBA~Double~11197DBR First created in August of

First created in August of 1949

All IDC Officers not being awarded the IDWO Insignia via this method are required to complete the prescribed Officer PQS

Navy Cross Anodized Medal

The small version is authorized to wear post assignment

National Defense Service Anodized Medal SBBA~Double~11197DBR First created in August ofNational Defense Service Anodized Medal The National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) is a decoration presented to recognize all military members who have served in active duty during a declared "national emergency". To be eligible, members must have served honorably during one of the following time periods: The Korean War from June 27, 1950 July 27, 1954; The Vietnam War from January 1, 1961 August 14, 1974; The Gulf War from August 2, 1990 November 30,