Israel Fighters Against Nazis Medal (World War II Veteran Award)

This is an authentic Israeli Fighters Against Nazis Medal, an official state decoration established in 1967 to honor Jewish veterans who fought against the Axis powers during World War II. It was awarded to Israeli citizens and residents who served in Allied militaries, partisan units, underground resistance movements, or the ghetto uprisings between 1939 and 1945.

The obverse of the gold-toned medal beautifully integrates military and national symbolism, featuring two interlocking Stars of David. One star holds a vertical sword, representing armed combat and resistance, while the other intertwines with an olive branch, symbolizing the pursuit of peace and the birth of Israel.

Specifications

• Country of Origin: Israel

• Award Type: Military / Veteran Commemorative Medal

• Established: 1967

• Medal Design: Dual Star of David with sword and olive branch motif

• Ribbon Pattern: Symmetric stripes of Black, Light Blue, White, and a thick Center Red band

• Condition: see images for condition

Historical Significance

This medal holds deep historical weight. The ribbon’s color scheme deliberately incorporates the black and white stripes reminiscent of concentration camp garments, contrasted against the blue and white of the Israeli flag. The central red stripe honors the massive contribution of Jewish soldiers who served within the Soviet Red Army.