Established on June 17, 1982, the Indiana National Guard OCONUS Service Ribbon honors Indiana National Guard members who have carried out service honorably outside of the bounds of the continental United States. read more »
The Indiana National Guard Operation Desert Shield/Storm Service Medal honors Indiana National Guard members who honorably carried out service in either Operation Desert Shield or Desert Storm. read more »
Established on August 28, 2002, the Indiana National Guard Overseas Service Ribbon honors Indiana National Guard members who carry out service in designated overseas areas on or subsequent to September 11, 2001 for a term of thirty days or more. read more »
Established on January 2, 1997, the Indiana National Guard Recruiting Ribbon honors Indiana National Guard members who carry out qualifying service in a recruiting capacity. To be eligible, Army National Guard members must achieve their designated recruiting goals for three consecutive months, and Air National Guard members must meet or exceed 115 percent of their recruiting assignment in a single year. read more »
Established on January 2, 1997, the Indiana National Guard Retention Ribbon honors Indiana National Guard members who successfully ensure the retention of five fellow members. read more »
Established on December 11, 1945, the Inter-American Defense Board Medal honors officers who served on the Inter-American Defense Board. This group works to maintain and advance the security of nations belonging to the Organization of American States. read more »
Now obsolete, the Iowa National Guard Active Duty Training Ribbon honored Iowa National Guard members who satisfactorily complete Active Duty Training, not counting annual field training, Iowa Military Academy, or OCS. read more »
The Iowa National Guard Commendation Medal honors Iowa National Guard members who demonstrate outstanding service or accomplishments. read more »
The Iowa National Guard Humanitarian Service Ribbon honors Iowa National Guard members who distinguish themselves through honorable non-military service efforts within Iowa or nationally. read more »
The Iowa National Guard Leadership Ribbon honors Iowa National Guard members who satisfactorily complete a qualifying leadership course. read more »
Established on November 1, 1972, the Iowa National Guard Medal of Merit honors Iowa National Guard members who demonstrate outstanding service or accomplishment or acts of heroism on or after January 1, 1965 so as to distinguish themselves from their peers. read more »
The Iowa National Guard Meritorious Service Medal honors Iowa National Guard members who carry out noteworthy service in advancing the state of Iowa but do not meet the qualifications for the federal version of the award or the Commendation Medal. read more »
The Iowa National Guard Recruiting Ribbon honors Iowa National Guard members who successfully secure five new enlistments within a period of one year on or after March 12, 1982. read more »
The Iowa National Guard State Service Ribbon honors Iowa National Guard members who satisfactorily carry out service on behalf of Iowa. read more »
Established in 1954, the Iowa Outstanding Unit Award honors Iowa National Guard units that carry out exceptional service so as to set themselves apart from other units, typically involving combat or other operations against hostile forces. read more »
Established on November 29, 2004, the Iraq Campaign Medal honors United States military personnel who carry out service in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom on or subsequent to March 19, 2003. read more »
The Joint Chiefs of Staff Distinguished Public Service Ribbon honors individuals not primarily employed by the United States government who make outstanding contributions or carry out other noteworthy service on behalf of the Department of Defense, Joint Staff, or subsidiary bodies in the spirit of public improvement. It is the highest public service award bestowed by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. read more »
The Joint Chiefs of Staff Outstanding Public Service Ribbon honors individuals not primarily employed by the United States government who make outstanding contributions or carry out other noteworthy service on behalf of the Department of Defense, Joint Staff, or subsidiary bodies in the spirit of public improvement; qualifying service is of a lesser degree than would warrant the Joint Chiefs of Staff Distinguished Public Service Ribbon. read more »
Established on June 4, 1981, the Joint Meritorious Unit Award honors superior unit service in joint activities on behalf of the Department of Defense in excess of expectations and in the event of combat against hostile forces, a national emergency, or other extenuating circumstances affecting the nation. read more »