The Medal of Military Duty (نوط الواجب العسكري) is an Egyptian military order established in 1953 and awarded for military services outside of the battlefield.
Established on July 9, 1953, this prestigious accolade recognizes acts of extraordinary gallantry and intrepidity and symbolizes the unwavering dedication and sacrifice of its recipients in the pursuit of national security and defense.
Throughout its history, the Medal of Military Duty has served as a distinguished honor, acknowledging the remarkable achievements and contributions of military personnel in safeguarding the nation’s interests. Beyond domestic borders, this prestigious medal is also extended to deserving foreigners who have displayed unwavering commitment and dedication to supporting Egypt’s military endeavors.
The medal has a three-degree classification representing varying levels of distinction:
- First Class (in gold)
- Second Class (in silver)
- Third Class (in bronze)
The Medal of Military Duty Design
Crafted from silver, the medal’s obverse showcases a sword adorned with wings and a wreath, complemented by ten small stars encircling the periphery. On the reverse side, an Arabic inscription translates to ‘The Military Medal of Duty,‘ alongside establishment dates.
The Egyptian Medal of Military Duty measures 36.9mm in width and 53.6mm in height, and weighs 29.3 grams.
The ribbon is blue with narrow red edge stripes.
