Puerto Rico National Guard Service Medal Ribbon
Puerto Rico National Guard Service Medal Ribbon
History
The Puerto Rico National Guard Service Medal honors Puerto Rico National Guard Members who carry out service honorably in the event of an emergency or other crisis as determined by the Governor.
The Puerto Rico National Guard consists of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard and the Puerto Rico Air National Guard. The Army component originated with militia activity under Juan Ponce de Leon in the 1500s and currently number approximately 7,200 soldiers; it is based in San Juan. The Air component, which numbers approximately 1,200 airmen and women, is based in Central Carolina and traces it roots back to 1947; its major unit at present is the 156th Airlift Wing.
Details
The ribbon is divided into thirds of red, white, and green from right to left.
Precedence
Next Lower: Puerto Rico National Guard War Service
Puerto Rico National Guard Service Medal Ribbon