Illinois National Guard Recruiting Ribbon
Illinois National Guard Recruiting Ribbon
History
The Illinois National Guard Recruiting Ribbon honors Illinois National Guard members who successfully secure at least three new enlistment within a period of two years.
The Illinois Army National Guard and the Illinois Air National Guard make up the Illinois National Guard. With roots as far back as a 1712 colonial militia, the Army component makes its headquarters in Springfield and boasts a membership of nearly 10,000. The Air component, also based in Springfield, originated in 1927 with the 108th Observation Squadron in Chicago.
Details
The ribbon is bisected by a thick vertical blue stripe flanked on either side by a thinner vertical white stripe and a thicker red stripe proceeding outward.
Precedence
Next Higher: Illinois National Guard Long Service
Next Lower: Illinois National Guard Military Attendance
Illinois National Guard Recruiting Ribbon