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Who received the Canadian Korea Medal?

This medal was given to brave members of the Canadian Army, the Royal Canadian Navy, and the Royal Canadian Air Force. A person earned it by serving for at least one full day in the war zone between 1950 and 1953. More than 25,000 Canadians went overseas to take part in this important United Nations mission.

What metal is the medal made of?

The medal is crafted from a tough, brownish metal called bronze. It was officially created in 1951 to honor the men and women who served during the conflict. Because bronze is a strong material, the medal serves as a lasting sign of the courage shown by those who fought.

Why did Canada make its own version?

At first, many countries in the British Commonwealth planned to give out the same medal for the war. Canada wanted a special design that showed it was a proud and independent country. They chose to add words in a language called Latin to honor Queen Elizabeth II on their very own medal.

What is shown on the back?

The back of the medal shows two figures locked in a struggle. This picture is meant to represent the idea of good winning over evil in the fight for peace. You can also see the word Korea written clearly below these figures to show exactly where the soldiers served.

How many Canadians served in Korea?

More than 25,000 Canadians traveled far from home to help during the Korean War. They worked hard on land, in the air, and at sea to protect South Korea from attack. This medal is an important way to remember how Canada quickly sent help to support the United Nations.

Who received the Canadian Korea Medal?

This medal was given to brave members of the Canadian Army, the Royal Canadian Navy, and the Royal Canadian Air Force. A person earned it by serving for at least one full day in the war zone between 1950 and 1953. More than 25,000 Canadians went overseas to take part in this important United Nations mission.

What metal is the medal made of?

The medal is crafted from a tough, brownish metal called bronze. It was officially created in 1951 to honor the men and women who served during the conflict. Because bronze is a strong material, the medal serves as a lasting sign of the courage shown by those who fought.

Why did Canada make its own version?

At first, many countries in the British Commonwealth planned to give out the same medal for the war. Canada wanted a special design that showed it was a proud and independent country. They chose to add words in a language called Latin to honor Queen Elizabeth II on their very own medal.

What is shown on the back?

The back of the medal shows two figures locked in a struggle. This picture is meant to represent the idea of good winning over evil in the fight for peace. You can also see the word Korea written clearly below these figures to show exactly where the soldiers served.

How many Canadians served in Korea?

More than 25,000 Canadians traveled far from home to help during the Korean War. They worked hard on land, in the air, and at sea to protect South Korea from attack. This medal is an important way to remember how Canada quickly sent help to support the United Nations.

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Canadian Korea Medal

This campaign medal was presented to Canadian forces who served in the Korean War.

Canada Established 1951 All servicesPrecedence: Worn after the War Medal 1939–1945 and before the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal for Korea

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Awarded For

Awarded for one day of service on land or at sea in Korea during the conflict.

Eligibility

Members of the Canadian Army, Royal Canadian Navy, and Royal Canadian Air Force who deployed to the Korean theater.

Branch

All services

Precedence

Worn after the War Medal 1939–1945 and before the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal for Korea

Canadian Korea Medal, Campaign medal, Canada medal

History

The Canadian Korea Medal was established in 1951. Originally, Commonwealth soldiers were to receive a British medal, but Canada chose to issue a unique Canadian version carrying the Latin inscription for Queen Elizabeth II.

The medal is made of bronze and displays the reigning monarch on the front. The reverse features two fighting figures representing good triumphing over evil, standing above the word Korea.

More than 25,000 Canadians served in the Korean War on land, in the air, and at sea. This medal remains an important symbol of Canada's quick response to defend South Korea under the United Nations.

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Realistic illustration of the military medals and badges awarded to Marc Dicaire, including Meritorious Service Medal, Canadian Forces' Decoration, Meritorious Service Cross, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, General Campaign Star, Canadian Korea Medal, Sacrifice Medal, Medal of Military Valour, Star of Military Valour, shown against a light Canada flag background. AI-generated illustration, not an authentic photograph.

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