How do I find out what medals and ribbons I rate?
Individuals can request information on military service medals, decorations and awards online: https://www.archives.gov/personnel-records-center/awards-and-decorations.
What is an M device for on ribbons?
The AFRM with “M” Device is awarded (regardless of length of reserve service) to Soldiers who are involuntarily mobilized, or who voluntarily mobilize in support of specific U.S. military operations or contingencies designated by the Secretary of Defense.
What is the easiest way to get an army ribbon?
The easiest to get is your Service Ribbon when you finish AIT. With the end of the War in Afghanistan now the easiest Medal to get is your Branch’s Achievement Medal. In combat the easiest Medal to get is actually the Purple Heart.
How do I order military ribbons and medals?
For all branches except Air Force (including Army Air Corps) and Army, requests for replacement military service medals and decorations should be directed to the branch of the military in which the veteran served. For Air Force and Army, the request should be directed to the National Personnel Records Center in St.
How do I know what ribbons I have earned army?
You can quickly determine which medals you earned simply by examining your military discharge form (DD-214, WD 53-55, NAVPERS, etc). Listed on the form are all the medals your final military unit deemed, at the time of your discharge, you were authorized to possess.
Where can I find what ribbons I have?
contact a Veteran Service Officer with the VFW or the Veteran’s Affairs Office directly and they can tell you how to obtain a copy. You can also request to be mailed all of your actual awards and qualification ribbons at no charge.
Can I view my dd214 online?
It’s official, DD-214’s are NOW Online. This may be particularly helpful when a veteran needs a copy of his DD-214 for employment purposes. NPRC is working to make it easier for veterans with computers and Internet access to obtain copies of documents from their military files.
What does Afrmm stand for in the Army?
| Armed Forces Reserve Medal | |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Officers and enlisted personnel of the US Armed Forces reserve components |
| Status | Active |
| Established | EO 10163, September 25, 1950, as amended |
| Armed Forces Reserve Medal service ribbon |
Where can I buy military ribbons and medals?
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What are the different types of medals and ribbons?
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