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There are multiple decorations for valor in the military, and each branch also has its own set as well as the all-encompassing ones. The highest award for valor is the Medal of Honor, and there are also Service crosses, Distinguished Service medals, Silver Stars, and many others.Answer.Only in the USA. The Victoria Cross is the highest award for valour in the Uk. There are also many other medals awarded worldwide. We should be careful with our questions to be specific.
The American Defense Service Medal was awarded to all persons in the naval service who served on active duty at any time between 8 September 1939 and 7 December 1941, both dates inclusive. Awarded to anyone who volunteered during the Vietnam conflict. Even if they did NOT serve in the country of Viet Nam.
The purple ribbon indicates that the wearer was awarded a Purple Heart. This is awarded when a service member is injured or killed during service.
It is Republic of India's highest civilian award, awarded for the highest degrees of national service.
United States Park Service Rangers are federal law enforcement officers. Park Ranges also the authority to issue citations for federal violations and make arrests.
Yes - both are awarded after one full year of service on a forward-deployed ship, and are awarded for every following year of service.
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The first thing is to look at the DD214. It is the discharge paper given a soldier when they get out of the military. If they don't have it, go to the Veterans Administration online and order it. It should list all of the medals and citations the individual has been awarded. You can also order the full service record.
Why was Lawrence M. Peters awarded the Congressional Medal Of Honor for his service in Vietnam?
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well obviously,if Iraq is across the Atlantic ocean I'd assume you'll be awarded the overseas service ribbon.If you are there 6 mos or more you will get the ssdr.
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.