Medal of Military Duty, in Silver, II Class (for united Arab Republic, 1959-1971)

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SKU: 02.EGY.0116.101.01.002

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    Attributes

    • Country
      Egypt
    • Composition
      Silver
    • Inscription
      Rev: [ARABIC INSCRIPTION]
    • Size
      31mm

    History


    The Medal of Military Duty was instituted on July 9, 1953, as a replacement for the Medal for Devotion to Duty (see EGY122). The Medal is presented to members of the Egyptian Armed Forces regardless of rank in 3 Classes to reward distinguished non-combatant military service. Eligible service includes the faithful and courageous performance of duty. The Medal also be awarded to foreigners.

    The Medal may be awarded posthumously.

    The Medal features a reverse Arabic inscription which translates to "The Military Medal of Duty" as well as the dates of establishment "1953-1372."

    There are multiple versions of the Medal which vary by reverse design and inscription. The different versions reflect the political changes in Egypt. There may be additional v ...  ersions of the Medal not featured here.
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