RAF 2687 - Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal

Serial Number: RAF2651

Status: Display

Description:
The Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) is a U.S. military award for service in operations, UN missions, or actions assisting friendly nations since 1958. The medal features an eagle over a sword on a compass rose on the front, and the U.S. shield with laurel branches on the back. Its ribbon combines central blue, white, and red stripes with light blue and multicolored edge stripes. It is awarded when no other campaign medal applies, with devices like bronze stars or the arrowhead for subsequent or specialized actions.