Campaign and Service Medals
Air Force Remote Combat Effects Campaign Medal


Description

Obverse.  A bronze color 1 ¼” (3.18cm) metal disc bearing a starburst surmounted by a grid-lined and edged sphere featuring a contrail emanating from below the sphere, wrapping around upward from the base, through the center and terminating in a beveled delta shape; overall, a stylized representation of the U.S. Air Force “Hap Arnold” symbol in base.

Reverse. Within the circular inscription, “COMBAT EFFECTS CAMPAIGN” above and “UNITED STATES AIR FORCE” below, a “Hap Arnold” symbol above a stacked inscription that reads “REMOTE COMBAT SUPPORT”. A pair of beveled deltas flank the circular inscription.

Ribbon. Blue, white, and light blue represent the U.S. Air Force.


Symbolism

Obverse.  The starburst behind the grid-lined sphere conveys power and the ability to remotely effect the battlefield, anywhere in the world. The delta followed by the contrail portrays the remotely piloted aircraft and weapons systems. The Hap Arnold symbol denotes the U.S. Air Force.

Reverse.  The deltas portray remotely piloted aircraft and weapons systems. The Hap Arnold symbol denotes the U.S. Air Force.






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