Missouri National Guard Basic Training Ribbon
Missouri National Guard Basic Training Ribbon
History
The Missouri National Guard Basic Training Ribbon honors Missouri National Guard members who satisfactorily complete active duty basic training.
The Missouri National Guard is composed of the Missouri Army National Guard and the Missouri Air National Guard. The Army component is based in Jefferson City and traces its roots back to Civil War-era militia activity. The Air component, which originated in 1917 and is now based in St. Joseph, is made up of the 131st Bomb Wing and the 139th Air Wing and features the 157th Air Operations Group and the 231st Civil Engineer Squadron as support units.
Details
The ribbon is divided into three equal sections with red in the center and dark blue on either side.
Precedence
Next Higher: Missouri National Guard Governor’s Twelve
Next Lower: Missouri National Guard Governor’s Unit Citation
Missouri National Guard Basic Training Ribbon