Victory Medal
Americannoun
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a round bronze medal awarded to all those who served in the armed forces of the U.S. during World War I.
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a similar medal awarded after World War II.
Example Sentences
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Along with his British War Medal and Victory Medal, the life-saving cent will be sold on March 22 at Derbyshire’s Hansons Auctioneers.
From Fox News ● Mar. 15, 2019
The coin is due to be sold on 22 March along with items including Pte Trickett's British War Medal and Victory Medal.
From BBC ● Mar. 14, 2019
The neat row of polished metal is highlighted by a World War II Victory Medal, the Philippine Liberation Medal, a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 5, 2017
His first decoration was pinned upon him after the Indian campaign of 1882-83; his last, the Victory Medal, after the World War.
From Time Magazine Archive
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