WW2 German War Merit Medal 1939 Without Swords Full Size

The WW2 German War Merit Medal 1939 Without Swords Full Size was instituted on October 19, 1939, by the German government during the Second World War. This medal was awarded to civilians, military personnel, and non-combatants who provided significant contributions to the war effort outside direct combat operations. The distinction of “without swords” denotes that the recipient’s service was non-combatant in nature. The medal is circular, made of bronze or similar alloy, and features the 1939 date with a prominent German national emblem on the front. The reverse typically bears the inscription, “Für Kriegsverdienst 1939” (For War Merit 1939). It was worn suspended from a ribbon with red, white, and black stripes. The War Merit Medal served as a recognition of valuable services rendered to the armed forces or state, especially for administrative, logistical, or industrial support carried out during wartime. The full-size version refers to its original award dimensions.