: a medal awarded to an individual for military service in a specified war or campaign
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the WebPatron, a Jack Terrier in Ukraine, received a service medal Sunday from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for helping the country’s military to clear mines and explosive equipment. Lawrence Richard, Fox News, 9 May 2022 He also has been recognized for his leadership and performance in the line of duty and has received lifesaving awards and a meritorious service medal. C.r. Walker, chicagotribune.com, 5 Oct. 2021 The Texas native had been deployed to Iraq and had earned, among other decorations, the defense meritorious service medal, a good conduct medal and a marksmanship badge with the rifle. William Thornton | Wthornton@al.com, al, 19 July 2021 The Defense Department report recommended the Army remove James’ negative performance review from her personnel file and award her a military service medal the Guard had withheld.USA Today, 31 Mar. 2021 The Defense Department report recommended the Army remove James’ negative performance review from her personnel file and award her a military service medal the Guard had withheld.USA Today, 31 Mar. 2021 The Defense Department report recommended the Army remove James’ negative performance review from her personnel file and award her a military service medal the Guard had withheld.USA Today, 31 Mar. 2021 The Defense Department report recommended the Army remove James’ negative performance review from her personnel file and award her a military service medal the Guard had withheld.USA Today, 31 Mar. 2021 The Defense Department report recommended the Army remove James’ negative performance review from her personnel file and award her a military service medal the Guard had withheld.USA Today, 31 Mar. 2021 See More