Vietnam People's Army medal, Quyết Thắng Determined to Win award
Key Information:
• Country: Vietnam
• Type: Armed Forces Medal
• Inscription: QUYẾT THẮNG
• Language: Vietnamese
• Translation: Determined to Win
• Period: Vietnam War era
• Dimensions approx.: 35.44 x 34.44 mm
Medal Design:
Obverse inscription: QUYẾT THẮNG
Language: Vietnamese
Translation: Determined to Win
The medal features a central five-pointed star surrounded by decorative elements and a banner bearing the inscription. The design reflects the symbolism used by the Vietnamese armed forces during the Vietnam War period.
Reverse:
Plain reverse typical for this type of Vietnamese military decoration.
Condition:
• For condition, please refer to the pictures
• Original ribbon with device present
• Signs of age, wear and patina visible
• All dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
Medals bearing the inscription “Quyết Thắng” were associated with Vietnamese armed forces decorations during the Vietnam War era. The phrase “Quyết Thắng,” meaning “Determined to Win,” was widely used as a military slogan and appears on various decorations connected with Vietnamese military service.
Summary:
A collectible Vietnam military decoration featuring the well-known “Quyết Thắng” inscription and original ribbon with star device. An interesting piece for collectors of Vietnam War militaria.