Does a COA have a ribbon?
The Public Health Service Commissioned Officer Association Medal is an award of the Department of Health and Human Services that recognizes any officer who is a member of the Commissioned Officer Association (COA). There is no full sized medal for this award, only a miniature medal and a service ribbon.
How do you graduate with honors in basic training?
To be a distinguished honor graduate a Soldier must possess a variety of Army knowledge, exhibit outstanding military bearing and character and be physically fit, Flucas said. The DHG selection is made by a board. A Soldier’s leadership skills are evaluated throughout the nine weeks of BCT.
What are the army ribbons?
- National Defense Service Ribbon (R057)
- Vietnam Service Ribbon (R062)
- Army Good Conduct Ribbon (R033)
- Vietnam Campaign Ribbon (R115)
- Army Service Ribbon (R841)
- Army Presidential Unit Citation Ribbon (R818)
- Global War On Terrorism Service Ribbon (R304)
- Army Overseas Service Ribbon (R842)
How high is a Navy Commendation Medal?
The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal and Coast Guard Commendation Medal are authorized gold and silver 5/16 inch stars to denote additional awards….Commendation Medal.
| Commendation Medals | |
|---|---|
| Status | Currently awarded |
| Established | Navy and Marine Corps: 1943 Coast Guard: 1943 Army: 1945 Air Force: 1958 Joint Service: 1963 |
What does the V stand for on military ribbons?
meritorious service
What is a Bronze Star recipient?
The Bronze Star Medal (BSM) is a United States Armed Forces decoration awarded to members of the United States Armed Forces for either heroic achievement, heroic service, meritorious achievement, or meritorious service in a combat zone.
What is a NAM Award in the Navy?
The Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal (NAM) is a decoration presented by the United States Department of the Navy to service members of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps who have performed commendably in routine duties or exceptional achievements, that have not been recognized by a higher award.