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Was the combat action ribbon ever awarded to an Army unit not under direction of the Marines or Navy?
No. The Combat Action Ribbon is awarded through the Navy and Marine Corps and is specific to those branches. In order for someone in the Army to wear the CAR, they are going to be awarded under direction of the respective branch. The Coast Guard also has their own CAR but with a slight difference in the center.
What else can I help you with?
Combat action ribbon from the marines you are in the army now and have combat action badge do you wear a star on the cab or wear the cab and the car?
Whatever badge/ribbon you are awarded, you rate to wear it, no matter what branch of service you are in.
Did the 3rd Battalion 11th Marines receive the combat action ribbon for Somalia?
Yes, they did!!
What is the bronze star with v?
The Bronze Star with V device is awarded for acts of valor or heroism in a combat zone. It is a prestigious military decoration presented to individuals who have demonstrated bravery and courage under fire.
Did 1st battalion 7th marines receive the combat action ribbon for Desert Storm?
No, they did not participate in surface or ground combat. Being attacked by scud missles did not count.
Why was Sergeant Robert McCorkle awarded the Combat Action Badge?
SGT robert McCorkle was awarded the United States Army Combat Action bade for actively engaging or being engaged by the enemy. IED blast on 22 NOV 08. Operations in Iraq from OCT of 2008-SEP of 2009.
Did Reverend Wright see combat action in the Marines?
I would guess not. I'm sure if he had it would have been brought out by those around him................
Was the uss eversole dd789 awarded the combat action ribbon for service in Vietnam?
Action Ribbon as a result of our action in the Gulf of Tonkin. Apr 1972 thru Nov 1972
What is the first branch of service into combat?
Usually marines ground combat.
Would combat action at the invasion of Normandy qualify a sailor for the Navy or Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal?
No - Both the Navy and Armed Forces Expeditionary Medals were approved for use and awarded for combat action well after the end of WWII.
How long do marines last in combat?
Forever.
Is there a combat action medal in the USMC?
No,There is a Combat Action RIBBON though.The Combat Action Ribbon (CAR) is a personal military decoration of the United States Navy, United States Marine Corps, and United States Coast Guard which is awarded to those who, in any grade including and below that of a Captain in the Navy and Coast Guard (or Colonel in the Marine Corps), have actively participated in ground or surface combat.
Why is the Medal of Honor awarded?
The Medal of Honor (MOH) is awarded for "conspicous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life, above and beyond the call of duty, in action involving actual combat with an opposing armed force".
