Does anyone know anything about the UN Medal MINUSCA specifically where to buy one?

2016-02-17T04:49:41-05:00

I am deployed to Africa and I will be awarded the UN Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) but as I search the usual places and also UN websites it is nowhere to be found for purchase. Just wondering if anyone has had any experience with this and any luck finding it.

Response by SFC Michael Hasbun made Feb 17 at 2016 6:04 AM

2016-02-17T06:04:48-05:00

I'm not seeing that acronym anywhere... Is it one of these on this page?

http://www.un.org/en/peacekeeping/operations/unmedals.shtml

What is peacekeeping? United Nations Peacekeeping

An explanation of what UN Peacekeeping is. The history and reform of UN Peacekeeping. In addition the role of the security council and the general assembly, as well as an information on how a new operation is formed, and Peacekeepers day.

Response by SSG Keith Cashion made Feb 17 at 2016 9:27 AM

2016-02-17T09:27:13-05:00

If you are assigned to AFRICOM, make contact with their G1 in Germany. They maybe able to help.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 17 at 2016 9:34 AM

2016-02-17T09:34:15-05:00

Not every UN Medal is authorized for wear. I would caution against putting it on until and unless you are sure.
According to the US Army Institute of Heraldry, this medal is not listed among authorized UN Medals.
http://www.tioh.hqda.pentagon.mil/Catalog/Heraldry.aspx?HeraldryId=15319&CategoryId=9399&grp=12&menu=Decorations%20and%20Medals&ps=24&p=0

United Nations Medals

The purpose of this site is to provide information on United States Army heraldic entitlements; how they are displayed, and how and why it is worn.

Response by PO2 Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 18 at 2016 4:52 AM

2016-02-18T04:52:06-05:00

MedalsOfAmerica.com