The Victory Medal for World War II was a military decoration awarded to members of the armed forces of the Allied nations. It recognized service in the war from September 3, 1939, to September 2, 1945. The medal features a design that symbolizes victory, with a depiction of a winged figure holding a sword and a laurel wreath. The medal was issued to military personnel who served in various theaters of the war, including Europe and the Pacific. It was part of a broader set of awards that acknowledged the contributions and sacrifices made by soldiers during this significant global conflict.