Celebrate the valour and sacrifice of our military servicemen with the prestigious Liberation of Philippines Medal. Crafted in bronze, this remarkable medal features a captivating blue ribbon, representing the patriotic hues of the Philippines' flag. Read more..
The Liberation of Philippines Medal is a distinguished recognition given to honor the exceptional service and bravery of military personnel who participated in the campaign to liberate the Philippines from Japanese control during World War II. This medal serves as an enduring testament to their remarkable dedication and valiant efforts from October 17, 1944, to September 2, 1945.
Eligibility for the Liberation of Philippines Medal requires the following:
This striking 36-millimeter-diameter medal is designed in bronze. The obverse features the inscription "LIBERATION OF THE PHILIPPINES" along with a depiction of a mythical female figure, representing the spirit of freedom, breaking the chains of oppression. On the reverse, the Philippine sun from the national flag is prominently displayed, encircled by the words "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 1944-1945".
The accompanying ribbon, 35 millimeters wide, is a vibrant blue with two red stripes towards the edges and white stripes on the inner side of the red stripes, symbolizing the colors of the Philippines' flag.
If you order your medal unmounted, the medal and ribbon will be supplied as separate components. Miniature medals will be supplied with 15cm of ribbon and full size medals will be supplied with 30cm of ribbon.
The court mounting of medals involves securing medals to a stiff backing board, along with the placement of a brooch fitting on the board. This ensures that the medals remain firmly in place and do not shift or move about while being worn.
It is mandatory for active members of the Australian Defence Force to have their medals court mounted, as it is considered the appropriate method of presenting military honours in a professional and respectful manner. By doing so, the medals are given proper recognition and are displayed in a neat and organized fashion.The swing mounting of medals refers to the attachment of a medal to a ribbon that is allowed to hang freely from a brooch, which in turn is affixed to a uniform or clothing. This mounting style was commonly used for medals from the Boer War up to and including World War II, although there are no fixed guidelines or regulations regarding its use.
Miniature Court Mounted medals are mounted using the same method as Full size medals, yet they are typically worn to ceremonies were wearing full size medals would be impractical. These medals are commonly worn to all ceremonies that take place after 6 pm such as dinners.
Miniature Swing Mounted medals are mounted using the same method as Full size medals, yet they are typically worn to ceremonies were wearing full size medals would be impractical. These medals are commonly worn to all ceremonies that take place after 6 pm such as dinners.
A ribbon bar is a small, rectangular display of ribbons worn on military uniforms to represent various honours and awards earned by the wearer. These ribbons are arranged in a specific order and are attached to a backing, which is then attached to the uniform. Ribbon bars are a compact and convenient way for military personnel to display their achievements and are often used in situations where a full-sized medal or award would be impractical.
