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While it is commonly listed as such on discharge papers, it refers to the American Campaign Medal.
It was awarded to service members performing either: 1. One year (consecutive) duty between December 7, 1941 to March 2, 1946 within the continental borders of the United States, or
2. Performing 30 days consecutive or 60 non-consecutive days of duty outside the United States but within the American Theater of Operations.
It may also refer to the National Defense Medal
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Was Dorie Miller awarded the Medal of Honor?
No he was not, but he did get awarded the navy cross which is the secord highest medal in the navy. Sincerly Reaper7924 To make it confusing, when Miller was awarded the Navy Cross it was the third highest decoration. The Distinguished Service Cross was second. After WWII the order was changed. Some historians contend that had Miller been white, he would have been awarded the Medal of Honor.
When is someone awarded a Navy Cross?
The Navy Cross is the second highest military medal for valor that is allowed to be awarded for extraordinary heroism in combat. The Navy Cross may only be awarded to a member of the United States Navy, Coast Guard, or Marine Corps.
Who was Edward o'hare?
He was a Lieutenant Commander in the US Navy who was awarded the Medal of Honor and was the first Navy Ace of World War II.
How many medals did Gregory boyington get?
Assuming that the Department of the Navy gave him everything he earned, I believe he earned: Medal of Honor; Navy Cross; Purple Heart; Presidential Unit Citation; American Defense Service Medal; Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal (I would guess three or four battle stars); American Campaign Medal; WWII Victory Medal. After the fact the services created a POW Medal which could be awarded retroactively, so he would have earned that, too.
Is there a list of Navy officers who received the Medal of Honor?
There are approximately 50 Navy and Marine Corps officers (the Navy MOH is awarded to both Navy and Marines Corps members) who have been awarded the Navy MOH since 1861. The most recent Naval officer to receive the MOH was Navy SEAL Lieutenant Michael Murphy, who was killed in action during Operation Red Wings in Afghanistan. He was posthumously awarded the MOH in 2007. The list of all Navy and Marine Corps officers who have been awarded the Medal of Honor is at the link below.
Who was Edward Butch O'Hare?
He was a Lieutenant Commander in the US Navy who was awarded the Medal of Honor and was the first Navy Ace of World War II.
Was Kennedy a world war 2 hero?
John F. Kennedy was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Medal for bravery , Kennedy's other decorations in World War II included the Purple Heart , American Defense Service Medal , American Campaign Medal , Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with three bronze service stars and the World War II Victory Medal .
What does it mean to get an award poshumosly?
You were given the award after your death. i.e. the Navy SEAL that earned the Medal of Honor but was killed in the act. He was awarded the Medal of Honor Posthumously.
Why was John F. Kennedy awarded the navy and marine corps medal and a citation for extreamly heroic conduct?
JFK served in the US Navy during WWII, 1941-1945, commanding a PT Boat in the Solomons. He was awarded the medal for saving the lives of his fellow crewmates after contact with Japanese forces.
Did John F Kennedy receive any medal for his service in the navy?
Kennedy was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Medal for his heroics in the rescue of the crew of PT 109, as well as the Purple Heart Medal for injuries sustained in the accident on the night of 1 August 1943. He did not however receive the congressional medal of honor.
How many navy chiefs have been awarded the Medal of Honor?
The Medal of Honor is the highest award a member of the United States military can earn. Since the award was first given out, 44 Navy Chiefs have won the medal through World War II.
Who are recipients of the Navy Expeditionary Medal?
Members of the US Navy who have actually landed on a foreign shore and conducted actions amid hostilities. Similar to the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, which is more commonly awarded. Link Below:
