Physical Description

A Maltese cross with ball finials, with small points between the arms, the obverse bears a medallion with three figures in conical hats, one of the figures holding a rifle, the other holding the flag of the Republic of Vietnam, encompassed by a border inscribed with NHAN DAN TU VE, the reverse bears the map of Vietnam, with the inscription VIETNAM, on a white, blue, red, and yellow striped ribbon.

History

The People's Self-Defence Medal civilians, civil servants, servicemen, organizations, and foreigners who distinguish themselves through meritorious service to the development and operation of the People's Self-Defence Force

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