Medal for Humane Action

By Rod Powers, About.com Guide

The C-54 is the type of aircraft used in support of the Berlin airlift, and the coat of arms is that of the City of Berlin. The wreath of wheat stands for the staff of life and thus the necessities of life referred to on the reverse of the medal.

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