DDR Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (25 Years)

The Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (MdI) – 25 Years is a senior long-service decoration of the German Democratic Republic (DDR), awarded to personnel who completed a remarkable 25 years of loyal service.

This class represents one of the highest levels of recognition within the MdI long-service award system.

Description

• Country: German Democratic Republic (East Germany)

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

• Class: 25 Years (XXV)

• Material: Gold-colored metal

Design:

• Obverse typically displays the national emblem of the DDR

• Reverse features inscription referring to faithful service

• Often accompanied by a “25” device or clasp on the ribbon

Ribbon:

• May include a numeral device (25) indicating years of service

Historical Context

The armed organs of the MdI encompassed a wide range of internal security forces, including the Volkspolizei and other paramilitary units responsible for maintaining order and state control within East Germany.

The 25-year medal was awarded to long-serving personnel who demonstrated exceptional dedication, loyalty, and endurance throughout decades of service during the Cold War.

Condition: As seen in the images.

A high-ranking and desirable DDR decoration, ideal for advanced collectors of East German militaria and Ministry of the Interior awards.