Cased US Order Badge Presidential Medal of Freedom, Medallion with Neck Ribbon

US Order Badge Presidential Medal of Freedom, Medallion with Neck Ribbon US Presidential Medal of FreedomThe Presidential Medal of Freedom is an award bestowed by the President of the United States and is—along with the comparable Congressional Gold Medal, bestowed by an act of U.S. Congress—the highest civilian award of the United States. It recognizes those individuals who have made "an especially meritorious contribution to the security or national interests of the United States, world peace, cultural or other significant public or private endeavors".[3] The award is not limited to U.S. citizens and, while it is a civilian award, it can also be awarded to military personnel and worn on the uniform. It was established in 1963 and replaced the earlier Medal of Freedom that was established by President Harry S Truman in 1945.MUSEUM REPLICA! FULL SIZE white, blue and red enameled Hand-sewing ribbon and snap-fastener The complete set contains: Presidential Medal of Freedom Medal with Ne