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.
OLC is Oak Leaf Cluster
It often means the native state/country from where the man came from.
It shows that the serviceman was awarded the Army Achievement Medal six times.
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.
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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.
AM is Air Medal ARCOM is Army Commendation Medal
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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.
AM stands for Air Medical, assuming you are talking about a government issued military marker.
Yes, the military provides a headstone or footstone for eligible veterans at no cost to the family. This benefit is typically available for veterans who have been honorably discharged and includes options for both government-issued headstones and markers. Families can request these markers through the National Cemetery Administration or the appropriate military branch.
The abbreviation "PFC 731 AAA MG BN CAC" on a military headstone indicates the individual's rank and service details. "PFC" stands for Private First Class, a rank in the Army. "731 AAA MG BN" refers to the 731st Anti-Aircraft Artillery Machine Gun Battalion, which was a unit designation, and "CAC" stands for the Corps of Engineers, indicating the branch of service. Together, these designations honor the person's military service and unit affiliation.