The Maryland National Guard Emergency Duty Ribbon honors Maryland National Guard members who carry out service in the event of an emergency or other crisis as designated by the governor; the operation must last at least eight hours and typically entails maintaining or restoring order, protecting property and wellbeing, aiding local authorities, or offering general relief. read more »
The Maryland National Guard Meritorious Civilian Service Ribbon honors civilian individuals or members of the armed forces acting in a civilian capacity who carry out noteworthy service to or on behalf of the state of Maryland’s military department. read more »
Established on May 22, 1924, the Massachusetts National Guard Medal of Valor honors Massachusetts National Guard members who execute acts of valor or heroism typically entailing the risk of life and setting them apart from their peers. read more »
Established on August 3, 1939, the Massachusetts National Guard Military Medal honors Massachusetts National Guard members who execute a feat of heroism or bravery that sets them apart from their peers but is typically of a lesser degree than would warrant the Medal of Valor. read more »
Established on October 15, 1984, the Massachusetts National Guard Humanitarian Service Medal honors Massachusetts National Guard members who carry out an act of valor or other noteworthy achievement subsequent to July 1, 1985 that does not entail military service but benefits the Massachusetts National Guard by repute or other renown. read more »
The Massachusetts Air National Guard Service Medal honors Massachusetts Air National Guard members who carry out service honorably in the event of an emergency or other crisis as determined by the Governor. read more »
Established on August 2, 1970, the Michigan National Guard Medal for Valor honors Michigan National Guard members who carry out acts of heroism, valor, or gallantry in a manner to set themselves apart from their peers and typically involving risk of life. read more »
The Michigan National Guard Distinguished Service Medal honors Michigan National Guard members who who execute acts of heroism or otherwise noteworthy service, typically involving positions or duties of significant responsibility. read more »
The Michigan National Guard Lifesaving Medal honors Michigan National Guard members who execute an act of heroism in attempting to save another individual’s life in a manner that sets them apart from their peers. read more »
The Michigan National Guard Legion of Merit Medal honors Michigan National Guard members who carry out noteworthy service or achievements on behalf of or to advance the state of Michigan. read more »
The Michigan National Guard Recruiting Ribbon honors Michigan National Guard members who successfully obtain four new enlistments. read more »
The Michigan National Guard Broadsword Service Medal honors Michigan National Guard members who carry out three years of honorable service. read more »
The Michigan National Guard War on Terror Ribbon honors Michigan National Guard members who carried out a minimum term of 30 days of service supporting operations related to the September 11, 2001 attacks. read more »
The Michigan National Guard OCONUS Service Ribbon honors Michigan National Guard members who carry out honorable service for a minimum term of five days outside of the continental United States. read more »
The Michigan National Guard State Partnership Ribbon honors Michigan National Guard members who carry out service in the country with which the Michigan National Guard is presently partnered. read more »
The Minnesota National Guard Distinguished Service Ribbon honors Minnesota National Guard members who carry out exceptional service in a role of great importance. read more »
The Minnesota National Guard Medal for Valor honors Minnesota National Guard members who carry out acts of heroism, valor, or gallantry in a manner to set themselves apart from their peers and in excess of expectation. read more »