The Awards of the US Presidential Service Center

The Order of Zeal dates back to fidelity & honor in the competition of the ancient Olympics. Men and women awardees are given a wild olive wreath upon their heads to wear and a white luxury toga with a platinum and rhodium clasp. Olympia, Greece has been growing such since the 8th century B.C.

The United States Presidential Service Center Distinguished Service Medal (DSM) is one of the highest medals awarded. The requirements are strict and a Droit Moral clause accompanies the serial number assigned to all recipients.  Controlled, private, serial numbered awardees - these are not US military issued medals. 

In 2003, the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation founded the President’s Volunteer Service Award to recognize the important role of volunteers in America’s strength and national identity. This award honors individuals whose service positively impacts communities in every corner of the nation and inspires those around them to take action, too.

The Presidential Unit Citation Commemorative Medal (Anodized) is awarded to honor US military personnel who were awarded a US Presidential Unit Citation for service in a combat theater or expeditionary operation during any period.  

Controlled, private, serial numbered awardees - these are not US military issued medals. 

The Ronald Reagan Commander In Chief Commemorative Medal was minted to honor the former President that was the Commander in Chief during the Cold War. 

This medal is awarded to honor Cold War veterans & those who served under President Reagan. Controlled, private, serial numbered awardees - these are not US military issued medals.

The American Defense Service Commemorative Medal was instituted in 2004. Criteria: To honor those who served at least 30 days in the United States in defense of the nation via civilian or military service as part of any federal office or department.  

Controlled, private, serial numbered awardees - these are not US military issued medals. 

The Afghan Freedom Medal was issued in 2006 by the government of Afghanistan as a celebration and award of all coalition forces defending the country. At present, its wear for US military personnel has not been approved on the American uniform. Still, it is allowed to be accepted by combat personnel and other service units personally from the people of Afghanistan. You may see it in a rack of medals or being worn on suits. Additionally, several families have been listing it in obituaries of loved ones as portions of wills, specific requests, and in the dignity of accepting a foreign award - which is a great honor. As of 2020, the medal is still difficult to purchase from antique militaria & uniform shops. This may change soon, pending production.

Wear of the award on coalition members' uniforms is an action item, a legislative issue that the USPSC Iraq Commitment Medal Committee is working on since 2018. The feeling of many members is also to help the veterans of service in the war in Afghanistan.  They have similar experiences and believe in supporting one another.

We require a notarized DD-214 verified on file at your county records office to be submitted for inclusion in our award ceremonies.  DC AMVETS Post #12 is helping with this project.  

The Iraq Commitment Medal is currently being presented on stage by Trustees and Board Members of The US Presidential Service Center. The medal is a military campaign award created on June 11, 2011, by the Government of Iraq. The medal was formally offered to the United States and Coalition veterans of the Iraq War on December 11, 2011, with then-Vice President Joe Biden accepting the gift on behalf of America. 

Wear of the award on coalition members' uniforms is pending, and this is an action item, a legislative issue that the USPSC Iraq Commitment Medal Committee is working on since 2018. The USPSC supports the Department of Defense endorsing this award and allowing its wear on the military uniform.

Please see the process letter below. Purchases from Kennedy Insignia see a portion donated to Project Healing Waters. 

We require a notarized DD-214 verified on file at your county records office to be submitted for inclusion in our award ceremonies. DC AMVETS Post #12 is helping with this project. 

• Instituted: 2004, Qualifying Dates: All Periods
• Perfect for Shadow Box or civilian mounted medal wear
• Minted to commemorate your service
• Traditional full-size medal 
• Unofficial not for wear on active duty uniforms - perfect for a suit or award day

The United States Government, State Governments, Veterans Organizations, private mints, and individuals have a long tradition of striking commemorative medals to recognize and honor specific military victories, historical events, and military service to our great Republic. Until the 20th Century, the United States did not issue military service medals recognizing service by veterans in the different wars, battles, campaigns or other significant military events. Commemorative medals reflect typical American ingenuity and spirit, where local government, veterans associations, and private leadership step forward to facilitate honoring service and deeds the federal government fails to recognize. Although unofficial in nature and usually struck by private mints or associations, commemorative medals provide a very tangible memento to honor all veterans and families for their service and sacrifice. This Commemorative medal honors those who received an honorable discharge from any U.S. military service.

The Cold War Victory Medal is currently being presented on stage by Trustees and Board Members of The US Presidential Service Center.  

In accordance with section 1084 of the National Defense Authorization Act for the fiscal year 1998, Congress commended the members of the Armed Forces and civilian personnel who contributed to the historic victory in the Cold War and authorized and instructed the Secretary of Defense to prepare an official certificate recognizing the Cold War service of qualifying members. The medal is presently an official medal on the uniform of the U.S. National Guard for the U.S. states of Louisiana and Texas and in ribbon form only by the State of Alaska. 

It may be worn, however, by any member of the United States military or civilian employees of the federal government on a suit in large or mini-format who served in their positions honorably during the years of the Cold War, defined as lasting from September 2, 1945, to December 26, 1991. The issue of the medal is a legislative issue the USPSC supports.

 We require a notarized DD-214 verified on file at your county records office to be submitted for inclusion in our award ceremonies.  

NOT AN AWARD but seen in the glass museum case in the CIA vestibule and in many President's collections, our 3" diameter gold coin is hand-painted. When given, it is in a blue felt plush box with a white silken interior and gold gilt lettering. The coin is one of the largest-ever minted (worldwide) in numismatic circles and is very heavy as part of our REAL COIN OFFERING (RCO). Order and purchase today via our online store or in our gift shop.

The HSD Award is an excellent way to convey compassion, honor, respect, and heritage to any survivor of a veteran.

A child who misses their parent, a spouse still wondering, a parent that lost a child too so in war or peacetime - all of these situations and more are cause to celebrate one's service and honor them. In so doing, we may bring consolation and love to a family.

 We require a notarized DD-214 verified on file at your county records office to be submitted for inclusion in our award ceremonies.