China Service
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Authorized by the Secretary of the Navy, July 1, 1942. Authorized by the Secretary of the Navy, for the period after WWII, January 22, 1945. China Service Medal is awarded to U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps Service member who served on shore in China or who were attached to any of the vessels that operated in support of the operations in China between July 7, 1937 and September 7, 1939. The period of eligibility was subsequently extended on
March 6, 1947. During the second period, the China Service Medal was awarded to Service members
of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and U.S. Coast Guard during operations in China
between September 2, 1945 and April 1, 1957. Military services given to any Service member. Service members, who previously earned the China Service Medal for the period 1937 through 1939 shall be issued a bronze star instead of a second award for qualifying military service during the extended period of 1945 through 1957. Note:Navy and Coast Guard personnel receive the Navy version. The Navy version is identical to the Marine Corps version but is specifically designated as the "United States Navy" version on the reverse side. The Marine Corps China Service Medal, on the other hand, is specifically designated as the "United States Marine Corps" version on the reverse side. This is the only difference between the two awards. Authorized Devices: Bronze Star Navy Ships awarded China Service Medal Navy Ships awarded China Service Medal (extended) and Navy Occupation Service Medal |
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