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That is a term that refers to the ribbons worn by soldiers on their uniform above the LEFT pockect. These ribbons represent various Medals earned by the soldier. Some Medals are earned for bravery in combat, some are for serving in campaigns or Wars and some are issued in recognition. So, the term "combat" may refer just to the medals earned in war but not necessarily. Another slang word for the variety of colorful ribbons is "salad".
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A combat ribbon, also known as a campaign ribbon or service ribbon, is a military decoration worn on a uniform to signify participation in a specific military campaign or operation. They are awarded to personnel who have served in combat or directly supported combat operations. Each ribbon represents a specific campaign or operation and may vary in design and color.
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What did yellow ribbons mean?
It shows a solidarity with soldiers in combat or political hostages
Can you wear a combat patch for a deployment to Djibouti?
No. You weren't in active combat zone. If you were authorised the wear of a combat patch, you'd have received orders for it. You may, however, be awarded campaign ribbons and medals.
Where are ribbons and shooting badges placed on the dress blue bravo uniform?
above the left breast pocket for ribbons. combat badge(s) are above the ribbons. other badges are worn on the lapel of the left breast pocket. unit citations are worn over the right breast pocket. Patch for combat unit service are worn on the right upper jacket sleeve.....................................
Can Medals and ribbons be worn on marine corp dress blues?
Yes, but the only ribbons you can wear are the ribbons that does not have a corresponding Medal i.e Combat Action Ribbon, Seaservice Deployment Ribbon. You can wear up to 7 medals in one row but they have to be mounted a special way. Ribbons are worn on the right hand side and follow the 1/8th on an inch spacing from the pocket.
How do you wear the CIB on the army combat uniform?
It is Not worn on a combat uniform.<<< This is not true, the CIB is worn on the left side of the ACU (Army Combat Uniform) above the U.S. ARMY name tape.
Where do you wear the combat action badge on the Army combat uniform?
According to the current AR 670-1, (Feb 3rd, 2005 w/ Summary of Change) on pg 298, you wear the CAB, (Combat Action Badge) 1/4 inch above your ribbons, centered, or if the lapel covers your badge, you wear the CAB so the left edge is aligned to the left edge of the ribbons.
Can you wear multiple combat action ribbons if you were in various years of Operation Iraqi Freedom?
no you can not.... per marine corp and anvy guidlines you are only alloted one combat action ribbon...one you have earned one you can not earn another....check your uniform regulations...the combat actikon ribbon has no autorized devices
Why is the drill sergeant badge worn on the right pocket of the army combat uniform?
Because Medals and Ribbons are worn on the left side of the uniform, over the heart, whilst badges which have meaning, but less significance to them than Ribbons Or medals which signify Campaigns, achievements, or special assignments. Compared to Badges which just signify knowledge.
What could someone use thin ribbons for?
Ribbons can be used for many different things. You can make bows out of ribbons. Ribbons are often put on clothing and wrapped around gifts. In some cases ribbons are used as a sign of support.
Where can one purchase badge ribbons?
One can purchase badge ribbons from the Ribbons Galore online retailer where they have many such ribbons to buy. One can also get them from eBay and Name Tag.
When was Black Ribbons created?
Black Ribbons was created in 2009.
Wear combat action badge airborne wing and air assault wings on class a?
Correction on the "name tape"... It's above your ribbons 1/8in then 1/4in from the air assault wings..
