- Time Period: Post-WW2
- Institution: 30 September 1984
- Country: Argentina (Other Countries)
The Medal to the Fighters is a decoration given by the Argentinian Republic to everyone who fought in the territorial claim of the Falklands, South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands between April 2nd and June 14th 1982.
The medal was established September 30th, 1984, during the government of Raúl Alfonsín and through Decree 3522. It was published in the official bulletin on November 9th, 1984.
A medal and certificate were awarded to everyone who fought in the war. The medal only has one class and can be awarded to civilians and military personnel. It can be awarded posthumously. A golden version of the medal is to be created for the 30th anniversary of the war.
The Medal to the Fighters Design
The medal is made of white metal. The obverse shows the Argentinian flag colors, a relief of the Falklands Islands and the last name of the fighter. The reverse bears the inscription “The Honorable Congress of the Nation to the Fighters”. This same text is repeated in the accompanying certificate.
