United States service medals of the World Wars are
U.S. military medals which were created solely for recognizing service in the
First World War and
World War II. Such medals are
no longer awarded, but are still referred to in various publications, manuals, and award precedence charts as many veterans still display them as part of
veteran functions and ceremonies.
The following service medals were awarded for service in the World Wars and for occupational duty following the end of each war.