American Defense Miniature Medal - WWII sbb?_w=171 When the medal is presented

When the medal is presented for valorous actions

Army and Air Force who served in specific regions of Europe or Asia following the end of WWII

This was a two-pronged act in which the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and the Health Professions Scholarship Program were created

For permanent wear

or Coast Guard

American Defense Miniature Medal - WWII sbb?_w=171 When the medal is presentedAmerican Defense Miniature Medal WWII Criteria: The American Defense Medal WW II (ADSM) is granted to any military personnel who served between September 8, 1939 and December 6, 1941. It is necessary for U. S. Army personnel to actively serve for at least one year during the time period noted above. As for U. S. Navy, U. S. Coast Guard, and U. S. Marine Corps members, they are granted the ADSM for any length of active service during the eligible time