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OBVERSE
Description. On a circular Bronze metal and enamel device 3 inches (7.62 cm) in diameter, edged in the shape of a finger wheel on an enigma machine, within a blue designation band inscribed arching along the top NATIONAL SECRUITY AGENCY, the background disc has keys forming a radiating pattern out from the center point, wards  touching blue designation band surmounted by an American eagle displayed supporting a shield with the arms of the United States (paly of 13 Argent and, Gules, a chief, Celeste) standing on a gold key.

Symbolism. The American bald eagle displayed supporting a shield with the arms of the United States is an honored national symbol and here stylized after the eagle used on the National Security Agency emblem. The key is a traditional symbol of mystery and enigma and of having a task to be performed and the means and knowledge to carry it out. The outer edge is shaped as a finger wheel on an enigma machine.

REVERSE
Description.  A circular Bronze metal and enamel device a lined slopping band surrounding an inner edge shaped like a finger wheel, within above letters within the center disc inscribed IN RECOGNITION OF YOUR DEDICATED INDIVIDUAL EFFORTS AND PERSONAL CONTRIBUTIONS FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITY PROGRAMS. Below a rectangular for recipients name.
 





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