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The Philippine Defense Medal was awarded for service in the defense of the Philippines from December 8, 1941, to June 15, 1942, under either of the following conditions:
-- Participation in any engagement against the enemy in Philippine territory, waters, or in the air over the Philippines or Philippine waters; or,
-- Assigned or stationed in Philippine territory or waters for not less than thirty days during the authorizing period.
