The Call Of Duty
Military Awards & Decorations of the United States of America
(NEW EXPANDED EDITION)
Ltc. John E. Strandberg &  Roger James Bender

This monumental work, which has been long out-of-print, spans
over two centuries and illustrates in striking color the evolution of
U.S. Military decorations from 1782 to the Global War on Terrorism Service
Medal in 2003. In this comprehensive reference, not only are the obverse,
reverse, and appropriate rim markings illustrated in full color, it also states
eligibility for the award and gives historical background. An added treat
are dozens of period photos of the decorations being worn.

 This new expanded edition is a result of continued years of research and
upgrading of photographs, and has 176 more pages than the first edition.
The authors have also been able to expand the coverage of known rim
number styles and number ranges for Army, Navy, and Marine Corps
campaign medals. With modern digital technology, all medals and ribbons have
been color-corrected to give you the most accurate and detailed images. Although
the first edition was highly praised, this new edition is without a doubt the best
book ever done on the subject! Although there are an additional 176 pages of
color, the publisher is holding to the price of the first edition printed a decade ago.

560 pages / 1,293 photos (most in color) / deluxe binding
Price: $69.95