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All your awards should be listed on your DD214.
The DD214 (US Military Discharge) has an awards/decorations section where all would be listed
There are several websites. If you know what medal the ribbon represents, go to that medal's website. Some sites have a chart of all US military medals and ribbons.
The first source would be his DD214, the discharge document from the military. The next option would be to obtain his service record. You can do that through the US Government Archives online.
NO! ANY alteration of your DD214 negates it's validity
MBK means completion of Active Duty service commitment or expiration of term of service. You can find other SPN codes at dd214.us/referenceSPN_Codes.pdf.
It is a code on your DD214 that tells someone able to read the codes whether you were honorably discharged or type of discharge you earned.
The service number is located on the first line of the DD-214, in a block titled: :Service Number"
Take your DD214 to the VA for computation and filing for benefits. It depends on length of service , type of discharge , and any disability rating .
Your DD214, which can be obtained through the Department of Veterans' Affairs details your service and discharge.
Yes, a DD214 is issued to National Guard members upon their separation from service. The DD214 is a Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty and serves as proof of military service. It includes information such as dates of service, rank achieved, and any awards or qualifications earned during the individual's time in the National Guard.
Just ask to see a persons military id card, if they are currently serving. If they are prior service (out of the military) then ask to see their DD214. (discharge papers) The DD214 is the only real proof of military service.