The UN Korea Medal is a remarkable testament to courage and dedication. Meticulously forged from a resilient bronze alloy, it showcases the iconic UN emblem and a ribbon embellished with alternating UN blue and white stripes. Read more..
The United Nations Service Medal for Korea is a symbol of the dedication, professionalism, and bravery of the military personnel from the countries that formed the United Nations Command during the Korean War. It is a testament to their vital role in defending South Korea and restoring peace and security in the region. This medal can also be awarded to personnel who served in adjacent areas such as Japan or Okinawa, who were operating under the command of the UN or supporting UN operations.
Design
The medal is made of a bronze alloy, depicting the emblem of the UN - the "World in a Wreath". Inscribed on the reverse is "For service in defence of the principles of the charter of the United Nations". The clasp with the inscription "Korea" comes attached to the medal and ribbon.
Ribbon
The accompanying ribbon has thin alternating stripes of the UN blue and white.
If you order your medal unmounted, the medal and ribbon will be supplied as separate components. Miniature medals will be supplied with 15cm of ribbon and full size medals will be supplied with 30cm of ribbon.
The court mounting of medals involves securing medals to a stiff backing board, along with the placement of a brooch fitting on the board. This ensures that the medals remain firmly in place and do not shift or move about while being worn.
It is mandatory for active members of the Australian Defence Force to have their medals court mounted, as it is considered the appropriate method of presenting military honours in a professional and respectful manner. By doing so, the medals are given proper recognition and are displayed in a neat and organized fashion.The swing mounting of medals refers to the attachment of a medal to a ribbon that is allowed to hang freely from a brooch, which in turn is affixed to a uniform or clothing. This mounting style was commonly used for medals from the Boer War up to and including World War II, although there are no fixed guidelines or regulations regarding its use.
Miniature Court Mounted medals are mounted using the same method as Full size medals, yet they are typically worn to ceremonies were wearing full size medals would be impractical. These medals are commonly worn to all ceremonies that take place after 6 pm such as dinners.
Miniature Swing Mounted medals are mounted using the same method as Full size medals, yet they are typically worn to ceremonies were wearing full size medals would be impractical. These medals are commonly worn to all ceremonies that take place after 6 pm such as dinners.
A ribbon bar is a small, rectangular display of ribbons worn on military uniforms to represent various honours and awards earned by the wearer. These ribbons are arranged in a specific order and are attached to a backing, which is then attached to the uniform. Ribbon bars are a compact and convenient way for military personnel to display their achievements and are often used in situations where a full-sized medal or award would be impractical.
