The United States Armed Forces Reserve Medal, Coast Guard Reserve issue, recognises honourable and satisfactory service in the reserve components of the United States Armed Forces. Established by President Harry S. Truman under Executive Order 10163 on 25 September 1950, the medal was introduced to recognise qualifying reserve service across the US military, including the United States Coast Guard Reserve. Eligibility traditionally required ten years of qualifying reserve service within a period of twelve consecutive years, subject to the applicable service and retirement-point requirements. The award is an important collectable for those interested in United States military decorations, Coast Guard history and reserve service medals.
The medal has a bronze-coloured circular design. The obverse depicts a flaming torch above crossed military symbols, including a powder horn and bugle, surrounded by thirteen stars and rays. The reverse design identifies the relevant reserve component, distinguishing the Coast Guard Reserve issue from versions awarded to other branches. The surrounding inscription reads “ARMED FORCES RESERVE”. Additional devices may be present to denote qualifying periods of service or mobilisation, including hourglass devices and the “M” device. These features should be identified from the individual medal and ribbon supplied.
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