Alabama National Guard Faithful Service Medal Ribbon

Alabama National Guard Faithful Service Medal Ribbon
Alabama National Guard Faithful Service Medal Ribbon

History

The Alabama National Guard Faithful Service Medal Ribbon recognizes Alabama National Guard personnel who carry out an aggregated six years of honorable service.

Comprised of the Alabama Air National Guard and the Alabama Army National Guard, the Alabama National Guard is approximately 11,000 members strong as of 2006. It traces its origins back to militia activity during the War of 1812, and the Air component was officially added in 1917 with the inception of the 106th Aero Squadron.

Details

The ribbon is divided into two equal sections: the right side is red with a thin white vertical stripe on the edge, and the left is white with a thin red vertical stripe on the edge.

Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster
Silver Oak Leaf Cluster