Oklahoma National Guard Long Service (10-Year) Medal Ribbon

Oklahoma National Guard Long Service (10-Year) Medal Ribbon
Oklahoma National Guard Long Service (10-Year) Medal Ribbon

History

The Oklahoma National Guard Long Service (10-Year) Medal honors Oklahoma National Guard members who honorably carry out ten years of service.

The Oklahoma National Guard is composed of the Oklahoma Army National Guard and the Oklahoma Air National Guard. The Army component, which dates back to the formation of the Oklahoma Territorial Militia in 1890, numbers approximately 7,400 and is headquartered in Oklahoma City. The Air component,also based in Oklahoma City, numbers approximately 2,500 and traces its roots back to the formation of the 125th Observation Squadron in 1940.

Details

The ribbon is bisected by a thick vertical white stripe flanked on either side by a thick green stripe.