Order Badge, Presidential Medal of Freedom, 1963-Present, ww12 Rare US Presidential Medal of Freedom The 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. 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”. The award is not limited to U. 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. Luxurious white, blue and red enameled Hand-sewing ribbon and snap-fasteners. Do not miss them! The complete set contains. Presidential Medal of Freedom big medal with ribbon 2. Presidential Medal of Freedom small medal with ribbon 3. US Presidential Medal of Freedom Lapel Pin 4. US Presidential Medal of Freedom Service Ribbon. Take care and stay safe – Ludwig. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\Current Militaria (2001-Now)\Original Items\Medals & Ribbons”. The seller is “tmedals-com” and is located in this country: CN. This item can be shipped worldwide.