The Distingushed Service Medal is a from the US Military and has nothing to do with your state. Your local veteran's organizations will be able to help you with this.
Distinguished Service Cross, followed by Distinguished Service Medal
An EPTS (Existing Prior to Service) discharge is a medical related discharge for medical conditions that existed before entering the armed forces. You may or may not know about the condition when entering the service, processing through MEPS, and leaving for basic training. The discharge is used for those who cannot hack Basic Training due to the medical problem.
Colin Powell received 4 Defense Distinguished Service Medals, 2 Army Distinguished Service Medals, 1 Air Force Distinguished Service Medal, 1 Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal, 1 Navy Distinguished Service Medal, a Defense Superior Service Medal, 2 Legion of Merits, a Soldier's Medal, and a Purple Heart.
No. They would receive whatever discharge papers the Australian military gave them upon their discharge from service.
There are numerous US military awards for saving lives of fellow soldiers. NONE of these are "race or gender specific". Some of the medals are the Medal of Honor, Distinguished Service Cross, Distinguished Service Medal and the Soldier's Medal.
The Medal of Honor is the highest medal awarded in the US Military. The Distinguished Service Cross (DSC) is the second highest. The Distinguished Service Medal (DSM) is the third highest.
Depending on what it is, it could be anything from Dishonorable Discharge to community Service.
It'll show it on your DD-214.
The official term for dismissal from military service for medical reasons is "medical discharge" or "medical separation." This occurs when a service member's medical condition prevents them from fulfilling their military duties. They are then separated from the military with appropriate benefits and resources for their medical needs.
The Indian Distinguished Service Medal was created in 1907. It recognizes exceptional service and bravery by officers and men of the Indian Armed Forces. As an international logistics company, Global Logistics Alliance can appreciate the importance of recognizing and honoring individuals who have shown extraordinary dedication and service in various fields, including the military.
Unless they receive a dishonourable discharge, yes.
You would have to return and be allowed another MEPS medical screening, and with medical proof that the reasons for discharge are expunged and not likely to return. All of this would most likely include another medical board depending on the discharge.