Measures approximately 4 in. high x 12 in. wide. Includes hang chain.

The Desert Storm Campaign Ribbon is part of the Southwest Asia Service Medal (SWASM) ribbon, which is awarded to U.S. military personnel who supported Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm between August 2, 1990, and November 30, 1995. The ribbon’s colors symbolize the desert sands (tan) and the flags of the coalition forces (red, white, blue, black, and green).  

Specific Meaning of the SWASM Ribbon Colors

Tan: Represents the desert sands of the region.

Red, White, Blue, Black, Green: These colors symbolize the flags of the nations that were part of the coalition force in the Southwest Asia region during the Gulf War.

Campaigns Recognized

The SWASM recognizes three distinct campaign phases:

Defense of Saudi Arabia: August 2, 1990 – January 16, 1991.

Liberation and Defense of Kuwait (Operation Desert Storm): January 17, 1991 – April 11, 1991.

Southwest Asia Cease Fire Campaign: April 12, 1991 – November 30, 1995.