Medal for Merit

American  

noun

1. a medal awarded by the U.S. to a civilian for distinguished service to the country: discontinued after World War II.

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Example Sentences

In recognition of his incalculable services as a morale builder, he was awarded the Medal for Merit, and France made him a Chevalier of the Legion of Honor.

From Time Magazine Archive

Last month he was awarded the War Department's Medal for Merit for his morale-building efforts in World War II.

From Time Magazine Archive

Last week in Washington, Elmira Wickenden, 57, became the first nurse and the third woman to receive the Medal for Merit,* the highest honor that the nation can bestow on civilians for wartime service.

From Time Magazine Archive

Medal for Merit, he quickly organized the Caribbean Cement Co.

From Time Magazine Archive

Unlike Elizebeth, William was recognized for his wartime achievements, receiving a rare Medal for Merit from President Harry S. Truman in 1946.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield