Issue Regulations: Philippine Defense Medal

Issue Regulations: Philippine Defense Medal
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The Philippine Defense Medal was initially established as a ribbon by
Philippines Army Headquarters, Commonwealth of the Philippines, General Order
Number 6, on December 20, 1944. It was later announced as a medal by Army
Headquarters on July 22, 1945. Acceptance by the United States Acceptance of
this medal was authorized in accordance with the provisions of Public Law
80-314, which authorized the acceptance of foreign awards and decorations during
World War II for the period of December 7, 1941 through July 24, 1948. The
effective dates of the Philippine Defense Medal are December 8, 1941 to June 15,
1942. The Philippine Defense Medal was awarded for service in the defense of the
Philippines from December 8, 1941 to June 15, 1942, under either of the
following conditions: -- Participation in any engagement against the enemy in...

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