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What conflict does this medal represent?

This medal honors the soldiers who served during the Second World War. The fighting in this part of the world took place between 1941 and 1945. It remembers the brave people who protected their country during those dangerous years.

When was the World War II Victory Medal instituted?

The Thai government created this special medal in 1942. This was right in the middle of the big global war. By making the medal, the country showed it wanted to honor the troops who were serving on the front lines.

Where did Thai forces serve during this war?

Thai soldiers served in areas close to their own borders. They were tasked with protecting their national territory from danger. They also took part in military missions in nearby regions during the conflict.

What branches were eligible?

Every person who served in the Thai military could earn this important award. This included brave men from the Army, the Navy, and the Air Force. Each branch worked hard to help defend the country during the war.

Can anyone receive it today?

No, this medal is not given out to anyone anymore. It was only meant for the soldiers who served during the war years from 1941 to 1945. Now, these medals are kept safe in museums so people can learn about this time in history.

What conflict does this medal represent?

This medal honors the soldiers who served during the Second World War. The fighting in this part of the world took place between 1941 and 1945. It remembers the brave people who protected their country during those dangerous years.

When was the World War II Victory Medal instituted?

The Thai government created this special medal in 1942. This was right in the middle of the big global war. By making the medal, the country showed it wanted to honor the troops who were serving on the front lines.

Where did Thai forces serve during this war?

Thai soldiers served in areas close to their own borders. They were tasked with protecting their national territory from danger. They also took part in military missions in nearby regions during the conflict.

What branches were eligible?

Every person who served in the Thai military could earn this important award. This included brave men from the Army, the Navy, and the Air Force. Each branch worked hard to help defend the country during the war.

Can anyone receive it today?

No, this medal is not given out to anyone anymore. It was only meant for the soldiers who served during the war years from 1941 to 1945. Now, these medals are kept safe in museums so people can learn about this time in history.

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Campaign medal

Victory Medal - World War II

A military medal awarded to Thai armed forces for active service during the Second World War.

Thailand Established 1942 All servicesPrecedence: Ranks directly after the Franco-Thai War Victory Medal

Medals & Awards

Awarded For

Conferred on personnel who completed military service and combat missions during the Second World War.

Eligibility

Members of the Thai army, navy, and air force deployed during the conflict between 1941 and 1945.

Branch

All services

Precedence

Ranks directly after the Franco-Thai War Victory Medal

Victory Medal - World War II, Campaign medal, Thailand medal

History

Instituted in 1942, this campaign medal recognized the participation of Thai forces during World War II in the Greater East Asia theater. It was established following Thailand's entry into the broader regional conflict.

The medal commemorated military operations in neighboring border regions and the defense of national territory. It was produced in bronze with symbolic imagery reflecting national pride and wartime defense.

After the war ended in 1945, the award became an important historical reminder of Thailand's complex wartime experience. Today, it is preserved in military museums across the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

Used In

World War II

Veterans Who Received This Award

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