United States Joint Services Commendation Medal excluded-retail only Any peace officer whose service

Any peace officer whose service with an authorized employer of peace officers equals or exceeds a period of 20 years may be nominated to receive the medal

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

with the stalk of the oak leaf furthest from the left shoulder

The crosses were sent automatically to mothers and wives who qualified

United States Joint Services Commendation Medal excluded-retail only Any peace officer whose serviceAwarded 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.