United States Armed Forces Silver Medal – U.S. Army
Background
The U.S. Army Silver Medal is the fifth medal in the U.S. Armed Forces Silver Medals Program.
Characteristics
The obverse depicts Continental and modern soldiers "at the ready" with the weapons of their respective eras. They represent the continuity of the U.S. Army since its beginnings and its continuing mission to defend our country.
The reverse design juxtaposes the seven core values of the Army against the U.S. Army flag, with both the flag and its streamers lifted by a breeze. The streamers from several major battles have visible text, including APPOMATTOX 1865, LEXINGTON 1775, ABEYANCE 2014 - 2015, TET COUNTEROFFENSIVE 1968, and LUZON 1944 - 1945.
Obverse Inscriptions
- UNITED STATES ARMY
- SINCE 1775
Reverse Inscriptions
- LOYALTY
- DUTY
- RESPECT
- SELFLESS SERVICE
- HONOR
- INTEGRITY
- PERSONAL COURAGE
Mint and Mint Mark
Specifications
The U.S. Army Medal has a matte finish. The medal does not have a mint mark.
- Composition: 99.9 % silver
- Diameter: 2.000 inches (50.80 mm)
- Weight: 2.500 troy oz. (77.759 grams)
Artist Information
Obverse- Sculptor: Craig Campbell, Medallic Artist
- Designer: Lucas Durham, Artistic Infusion Program
- Sculptor: Renata Gordon, Medallic Artist
- Designer: Emily Damstra, Artistic Infusion Program