WW2 Imperial Japanese Army Air Force Medal Dec 8 1941 Great East Asia War

  

Original WW2 Japanese Army Air Force medal with leather strap. Front shows a bold eagle over a globe and propeller, with the characters ("Certain Victory"). "Showa 16, December 8 - Great East Asia War Commemoration". What is the "Great East Asia War"?

This was the name used by Japan for the Pacific War, starting with the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor on December 8, 1941 (Japan time). This day marked Japan's official entry into World War II. This medal was likely given to Imperial Japanese Army Air Force personnel to commemorate the opening of the war. The eagle and propeller design represents the air force's strength and ambition at that time. Although damaged, this piece retains strong symbolism and is a rare historical artifact tied to the very start of Japan's war in the Pacific. Own a Piece of History.