World War II Victory Medal - Lapel PinInstituted: 1945
Qualifying Dates: 1941-46
Criteria: Awarded for service in US Armed Forces between 1941 and 1946. If a veteran served at least 1 day prior to 31 December 1946, he/she is eligible for this award.
(Note- a bronze star attachment was often affixed to denote that the award was for service in combat)