What is the US Army's expert infantry medal?

Answer 1

It's the Expert Infantry Badge (not medal). Infantry soldiers are tested on a series of 40 (if I remember correctly) tasks... if they complete those 40 tasks, plus the physical fitness test and a 12 mile road march, they get awarded their EIB. It's a Category I badge, and those were worth 15 promotion points when I went to the E5 board years ago... the promotion points system might not be the same now as it was then. You're only authorized to wear it if you have an 11 (Infantry) or 18 (Special Forces) series MOS - although persons outside of those occupations may go through EIB testing, they won't be authorized to wear the EIB if they successfully complete the testing, although the points can be counted towards promotion - I could never wear the EIB, but I got the 15 promotion points credited to me at my E5 board.

Answer 2

The US Army's Expert Infantryman Badge (EIB) is a special skill badge awarded to infantrymen for high levels of proficiency in their job. To earn the EIB, soldiers must pass a series of rigorous tests that assess their physical fitness, combat tasks, and knowledge of infantry tactics. It is a prestigious award that signifies a soldier's expertise and dedication to the infantry profession.