NASA Exceptional Service Medal was created on 1959-07-29.
Buzz Aldrin received several accolades for his role in the Gemini 12 mission, including the NASA Distinguished Service Medal and the NASA Exceptional Service Medal. The Gemini 12 mission, which took place in November 1966, was significant for its successful spacewalks and docking maneuvers, contributing greatly to the development of techniques used in future Apollo missions. While specific medals related directly to Gemini 12 are not typically listed, these honors recognize his contributions to the mission and space exploration as a whole.
The medal of honor is given to combat soldiers only. They were given the public highest medals.
Michael Collins was no "assistant". At the time of Apollo 11 he was a veteran test pilot and an astronaut in charge of one of the most important aspects of the lunar mission: rendezvous with the Lunar Module for the return trip. Today he is an accomplished author, a Brigadier General (Ret) in the USAF, he is the former Assistant Secretary of State for Public Affairs, he was the Director of the National Air and Space Museum and was undersecretary for the Smithsonian Institution. His awards include the NASA Distinguished Service Medal, the Air Force Distinguished Flying Cross, the Air Force Command Pilot Astronaut Wings, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and the Congressional Gold Medal. Relegating his role in the Apollo 11 mission to that of "assistant" is an insult and a disservice to him and his amazing accomplishments, both before, during, and after the mission.
No, the Medal of Honor is a Combat award. Astronauts are not eligible. He was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal (the highest civilian award possible, equivalent to the Congressional Medal of Honor), along with fellow astronauts John Glenn, Neil Armstrong and Michael Collins, on Nov 16, 2011.
NASA Exceptional Service Medal was created on 1959-07-29.
Distinguished Public Service Medal was created in 1951.
NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal was created on 1959-07-29.
National Intelligence Distinguished Public Service Medal was created on 2008-10-01.
NASA Exceptional Bravery Medal was created on 1959-07-29.
NASA Exceptional Technology Achievement Medal was created on 1961-09-15.
NASA Exceptional Engineering Achievement Medal was created on 1961-09-15.
NASA Exceptional Scientific Achievement Medal was created on 1961-09-15.
The Queen's Fire Service Medal was created in 1954, during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. It is awarded to members of the fire services in the United Kingdom and Commonwealth countries for exceptional service or bravery in the line of duty.
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.
Public Welfare Medal was created in 1914.
Africa Service Medal was created in 1943.