United States of America: Presidential Medal of Freedom
Ribbon: Blue with white edges.
Instituted: 1963.
Awarded: For an especially meritorious contribution to the security or national interests of the United States, world peace, cultural or other significant public or private endeavors.
Grades: 2 (may be awarded 'with Distinction').
Awards of the Presidential Medal of Freedom with Distinction are hardly ever worn - even when presented, the star is hung on a neck ribbon making a rather awkward decoration!
| Presidential Medal of Freedom with Distinction: Sash Worn over the right shoulder. |
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| Presidential Medal of Freedom with Distinction: Star Worn on the left breast. |
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| Presidential Medal of Freedom | Sorry - no picture of obverse | Sorry - no picture of reverse |
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Page last updated: 3 October 2025