DDR Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (20 Years)

The Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (MdI) – 20 Years is a high-grade long-service decoration of the German Democratic Republic (DDR).

It was awarded to members of the armed organs of the Ministry of the Interior, including police, internal security forces, and other state security units, in recognition of two decades of loyal and disciplined service.

Description

• Country: German Democratic Republic (East Germany)

• Institution: Ministry of the Interior (Ministerium des Innern – MdI)

• Class: 20 Years (XX)

• Material: Gold-colored metal

Design:

• Obverse typically features the national emblem of the DDR

• Reverse bears inscription denoting faithful service in the armed organs

• Classic DDR state decoration style

Ribbon:

• Standard MdI long-service ribbon in green tones, associated with internal security services

Historical Context

The armed organs of the MdI included key components of East Germany’s internal security system, such as the Volkspolizei, paramilitary police units, and other state-controlled forces.

The 20-year medal represents one of the highest long-service awards, recognizing personnel who demonstrated enduring loyalty, reliability, and commitment throughout extended service during the Cold War period.

Condition: As seen in the images.

A solid and historically significant DDR decoration, ideal for collectors of East German police, security forces, and Cold War militaria.