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Issue Regulations: The Meritorious Service Service Medal
http://www.amervets.com/replacement/mer.htm#isr

The Meritorious Service Medal was established by Executive Order 11448, signed
by President Lyndon B. Johnson on January 16, 1969. The Meritorious Service
Medal has been in effect since January 16, 1969.
The Meritorious Service Medal may be awarded to members of the Armed Forces who
distinguish themselves by outstanding noncombat achievement or by meritorious
service to the United States, but not of a degree that would warrant the award
of the Legion of Merit.

http://www.amervets.com/replacement/mer.htm#isr

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