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Philippine Liberation Medal

 The Philippine Liberation Medal (PLM) is awarded to members who participated in the Philippines' liberation from 17 October 1944 to 3 September 1945, if personnel:

 Participated in the initial landing operations on Leyte or adjoining islands from 17 October 1944 to 20 October 1944. Personnel are considered as having participated in such operations if they landed on Leyte or adjoining islands, were on ships in Philippine waters, or were crewmembers of airplanes that flew over Philippine territory during the period.

 Participated in any engagement against the enemy during the campaign on Leyte and adjoining islands. Personnel are considered as having participated in such operations if they were members of or present with units actually under enemy fire or air attack, or were crewmembers in an airplane under enemy aerial or ground fire.

 Served in the Philippine Islands or on ships in Philippine waters for at least 30 calendar days during the period of 17 October 1944 to 3 September 1945.

 Authorized Devices: A bronze service star will be worn on the ribbon for each additional condition as listed above.

Category of Award: Foreign Awards and Decorations

Authorized from: October 17, 1944 to September 3, 1945

Authorized Device(s): Bronze Service Star

References:
AFI 36-2803, The Air Force Military Awards and Decorations Program, Pages 194 and 195
AR 600-8-22, Army Regulation, Military Awards, Page 125
DoD Manual 1348.33-M, Manual of Military Decorations and Awards, Page 69
DoD Manual 1348.33, Volume 3, Manual of Military Decorations and Awards: DoD-Wide Performance and Valor Awards, Page 72

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