Army Soldier’s Medal – Heroism Medal and Ribbon
Army Soldier’s Medal – Heroism Ribbon
Army Soldier’s Medal – Heroism Medal
History - Established 1926
Established on July 2, 1926, the Army Soldier’s Medal honors members of the United States Armed Forces who distinguish themselves through heroic acts. Eligible acts do not entail confrontation with hostile forces but typically involve the risking of life or limb on behalf of others. The Soldier’s Medal is the greatest distinction a soldier can earn for exhibiting bravery in circumstances other than combat.
Details
The medal is bronze and octagonal; it features an eagle atop a scroll. The ribbon features thin alternating vertical stripes, seven white and six red, flanked on either side by a thicker blue stripe.
Subsequent awards may be indicated by oak leaf clusters.
Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster
Silver Oak Leaf Cluster
Precedence
Next Higher: Navy & Marine Corps
Next Lower: Airman’s Medal for Heroism
Army Soldier’s Medal – Heroism Ribbon
Army Soldier’s Medal – Heroism Medal