08-25-2005, 08:08 AM
The Army Occupation Medal was established by War Department Circular 102, dated 5
April 1946.
Army of Occupation Medal- authorized 1946
This medal resembles the WW1 Occupation medal. It was awarded for 30 consecutive days at a
normal post of duty while assigned to any of the following:
Army of occupation of Germany: 9 May 45- 5 May 55
Army of occupation of Austria: 9 May 45-27 July 55
Army of occupation of Berlin: 9 May 45- 2 Oct 1990
Army of occupation of Italy: 9 May 45-15 Sept. 47
Army of occupation of Japan: 3 sept. 45-27 April 1952
Army of occupation of Korea: 3 Sept 45-29 June 49.
papa Art