History

This medal was conferred upon military units or personnel of the Vietnam Armed Forces and Allied Forces in recognition of notable contributions and achievements to civil affairs.

The I Class Medal was awarded to Commissioned Officers. The medal is identical for the I Class and II Class, but the ribbon differs. The I Class ribbon is dark green with 2 wide and 2 narrow red vertical stripes.

It was awarded in 4 levels, which were represented by ribbon decorations:

1) Armed Forces - Palm
2) Corps - Gold Star
3) Division - Silver Star
4) Regiment/Brigade - Bronze Star

The obverse inscription translates to "Civil Action" and "Medal".