IDF Missing Soldiers

PRISONERS OF WAR AND MISSING IN ACTION
OFFICIAL MEDAL 5766/2006

Since the establishment of the State of Israel to date, the country was been fighting for the right of the Jewish People to live in peace and security in its Homeland. Throughout the fight for survival, most of the fallen have been laid to rest in Israel. However, there are scores of others whose burial places are unknown; there are those missing in action and there are prisoners of war.
We are morally and ethically responsible for the lives and welfare of our soldiers. This obligation, rooted in Jewish law and tradition, serves as the beacon lighting the way throughout our continuous and unremitting search for our soldiers, wherever they may be.
The State of Israel and the Israel Defense Forces have an unwavering commitment to those who have fought to defend the country. We will not relent until they are brought home and returned to their families. This is our pledge.

Obverse: The Israeli flag and puzzle pieces forming the whole picture; the verse “Our Sons Shall Return” is inscribed in Hebrew and English and the source “Jeremiah 31” in Hebrew, around the upper border.

Reverse: The image of a dove being released in flight, symbolizing the hope for the release of the imprisoned and the yearning for peace; the verse “There is hope for your redemption” in Hebrew and English and the source “Jeremiah 31” in Hebrew are inscribed around the right-hand border.

Edgs: State emblem with the words "STATE OF ISRAEL" inscribed in Hebrew on the right and in English on the left; the serial number and metal.

Designer: Yigal Gabai.

Engraving: Bulgaria.

Mint:
Silver and Bronze Medals: Bulgaria.
Gold Medal: