The United Nations Operation in Somalia Medal honors military personnel who carried out service as part of an unarmed, uniformed observation group designed to monitor the ceasefire in Mogadishu. read more »
The United Nations Mission in Haiti Medal honors military personnel who carried out service in Haiti between the dates of September 23, 1993 and July 1, 1997, supporting peacekeeping operations and the stabilization of the nation following a government overthrow in 1991. Participation in the training of Haitian National Police is also eligible for the award. read more »
The United Nations Medal honors military personnel who carry out service in a joint United Nations operation, including support for peacekeeping, humanitarian aid, or following a natural disaster. To qualify, terms of service must last a minimum of 90 days. read more »
Established on December 12, 1950, the United Nations Korean Service Medal honors military personnel who carried out service in defending South Korea during the Korean War between the dates of June 27, 1950 and July 27, 1954. read more »
Established on March 12, 1991, the Southwest Asia Service Medal honors United States military personnel who carried out service in Operation Desert Shield or Operation Desert Storm. read more »
Established on July 19, 1932, the Silver Star Medal honors United States military members who demonstrate gallantry or heroism in combat; it may also be awarded for service with friendly foreign militaries. read more »
Established in 1925 under the name “Fleet Marine Reserve Medal” and having assumed its current name in 1984, the Selected Marine Corps Reserve Medal honors Marine Corps Reservists who carry out a required term of service honorably and without incurring disciplinary action. Intervals of mobilization may not be counted toward this term. read more »
Established on October 7, 1991 by the Saudi government, the Saudi Arabian Medal for the Liberation of Kuwait Medal honors United States military members who carried out service in the Liberation of Kuwait and Operation Desert Storm between the dates of January 17 and February 28,1991. read more »
Established on January 3, 1953, the Republic of Vietnam Wound Medal honors South Vietnamese and, rarely, United States military members who were wounded or killed in combat in the Vietnam War. read more »
The Republic of Vietnam Training Service 2C Medal honors military members who carried out exceptional service while assigned at a military training facility or who made substantial and sustained contributions to training South Vietnamese forces. read more »
The Republic of Vietnam Training Service 1C Medal honors military members who carried out exceptional service while assigned at a military training facility or who made substantial and sustained contributions to training South Vietnamese forces. read more »
The Republic of Vietnam Tech Service 2C Medal honors military members and civilians who provided technical service of outstanding quality on behalf of South Vietnam between 1964 and 1972. read more »
The Republic of Vietnam Tech Service 1C Medal honors military members and civilians who provided technical service of outstanding quality on behalf of South Vietnam between 1964 and 1972. read more »
The Republic of Vietnam Staff Service 2C Medal honors military members who carried out noteworthy service while assigned to a Vietnamese command. The award is issued at the 1C level for officers and the 2C officer for enlisted members. read more »
The Republic of Vietnam Staff Service 1C Medal honors military members who carried out noteworthy service while assigned to a Vietnamese command. read more »
Established on August 15, 1950, the Republic of Vietnam Special Service Medal honors military personnel who executed a feat of exceptional note on behalf of South Vietnam between 1950 and 1974. read more »
Established in 1950, the Republic of Vietnam National Order Medal honors military members and civilians for exceptional service, valor, or otherwise outstanding feats carried out on behalf of South Vietnam in the Vietnam War. read more »