Lapel Pin - Merchant Marine Atlantic War Zone Medal (WW2)

This lapel pin represents the Merchant Marine Atlantic War Zone Medal (Bar), a decoration of the United States Merchant Marine established by an Act of Congress on May 10, 1944. It was awarded to officers and crew of ships operated by the War Shipping Administration for service in the Atlantic War Zone between December 7, 1941, and November 8, 1945 — a theater encompassing the North Atlantic, South Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, Barents Sea, and Greenland Sea.

The full medal's design features a compass rose, traditionally associated with maritime navigation, superimposed with a triangle representing duty and service outside the Armed Forces, alongside an eagle symbolizing the United States and freedom. Originally issued as a ribbon-only award, the decoration was supplemented with a full medal beginning in 1992 to recognize the wartime service of civilian mariners.

Sized for everyday wear, this pin lets veterans display this recognition on a suit lapel or jacket. It's built for accurate detail and lasting durability.

Details:

• Represents the Merchant Marine Atlantic War Zone Medal
• Individually priced
• Single clutch-back pin attachment