Pennsylvania National Guard Commendation Medal Ribbon

Pennsylvania National Guard Commendation Medal Ribbon
Pennsylvania National Guard Commendation Medal Ribbon

History

The Pennsylvania National Guard Commendation Medal honors Pennsylvania National Guard members who carry out exceptional service of a lesser degree than would warrant the Pennsylvania National Guard Meritorious Service Medal.

Made up of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard and the Pennsylvania Air National Guard, the Pennsylvania National Guard is among the largest state guards in the US. The Army component, headquartered in Harrisburg, dates back to a 1747 militia founded by Benjamin Franklin that went by the name “the Associators.” The Air component, based in Annville, traces its roots back to 1924, when the 103d Observation Squadron was formed.

Details

The ribbon is dark blue with five thin vertical yellow stripes toward the center.