The abbreviation "Viet Nam" on a military headstone typically indicates that the individual served in the Vietnam War, which took place from the late 1950s to 1975. The term "AM" usually signifies "Air Medal," a military decoration awarded for meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight. Together, these inscriptions honor the service and sacrifices of the individual during this significant conflict.
OLC is Oak Leaf Cluster
It shows that the serviceman was awarded the Army Achievement Medal six times.
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It often means the native state/country from where the man came from.
MSM on a military headstone stands for the Meritorious Service Medal. This medal is awarded to members of the armed forces for outstanding non-combat service, recognizing exceptional achievement or meritorious service in a duty position. It is a mark of honor that signifies the individual's dedication and contributions to their military career.
AFCM stands for Air Force Commendation Medal. It is a military decoration awarded to members of the United States Air Force for sustained acts of heroism or meritorious service. When inscribed on a military headstone, it signifies that the deceased individual received this honor during their service, recognizing their contributions and achievements in the Air Force.
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It could mean that they were awarded the Legion of Merit. See the link to the right for a memo on the meaning of the award published by the Department of the Army.
BSM = Bronze Star Medal PH = Purple Heart OLC = Oak Leaf Cluster - This was a small oak leaf was a device issued to indicate a second award of a previous medal, such as the Purple Heart or the BSM.
BSM = Bronze Star Medal PH = Purple Heart OLC = Oak Leaf Cluster - This was a small oak leaf was a device issued to indicate a second award of a previous medal, such as the Purple Heart or the BSM.
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IM NOT SURE WHAT YOU MEAN FOR VA CAUSE IN VIETNAM WAR, BUT I KNOW THAT VA IN THE MILITARY OR PRIOR MILITARY STANDS FOR VETERIANS ASSOCIATION, A ORGANISATION THAT LOOKS OUT FOR THE WELL BEING OF ACTIVE AND MAINLY FORMER ACTIVE MILITARY MEMBERS, IM NOT SURE IF THIS IS THE INFORMATION THAT YOU WERE LOOKING FOR OR NOT, HOPE IT IS