United States Joint Services Commendation Medal excluded-retail only The crosses were sent automatically

The crosses were sent automatically to mothers and wives who qualified

Multiplying factor of 6 to equate to the NATO Medal

or while operationally deployed to/at CFS Alert

although prior to 1945 it was suspended from a light purple ribbon 11 mm wide

United States Joint Services Commendation Medal excluded-retail only The crosses were sent automaticallyAwarded in the name of the Secretary of Defense to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who, after January 1, 1963, distinguished themselves by meritorious achievement or service in a joint duty capacity. Full size medal comes loose and with 8 inches of quality ribbon and miniature medals 5 inches. Medal Mounting Services are available at additional cost.