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 »
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. Service dating back to January 23, 1979 is eligible and must have been carried out over a minimum term of thirty days. read more »
Established on August 3, 1983, the Joint Service Achievement Medal honors United States Armed Forces personnel who rank below O-6 and perform noteworthy service on behalf of designated organizations including the Defense Agencies, the Office of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Headquarters of Unified Commands, or the Office of the Secretary of Defense. read more »
Established on June 25, 1963, the Joint Service Achievement Medal honors United States Armed Forces personnel who carry out exceptional service or achievement on behalf of designated organizations including the Defense Agencies, the Office of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Headquarters of Unified Commands, or the Office of the Secretary of Defense. read more »
The Kansas National Guard Counter Drug Service Ribbon honors Kansas National Guard members who carry out service in designated counter-drug operations for a minimum term of 30 days consecutively, which may include initiatives to reduce demand and supply or address substance abuse in other ways. read more »
Established on July 1, 1979, the Kansas National Guard Meritorious Service Ribbon honors Kansas National Guard members who set themselves apart from their peers through a heroic feat or a sustained term of outstanding service exceeding expectations. read more »
The Kansas National Guard Service Medal was created on May 1, 1969 to honor Kansas National Guard personnel who have served on active status for over five years. read more »
Now obsolete, this medal has been replaced by the Kentucky Merit Ribbon. read more »
The Kentucky National Guard Commendation Ribbon honors Kentucky National Guard members who demonstrate outstanding service or accomplishments of a lesser degree than would warrant a more prestigious award. read more »
The Kentucky National Guard Distinguished Service Ribbon honors Kentucky National Guard members who carry out noteworthy service on behalf of Kentucky in a position of significant responsibility, including feats of heroism and often involving the risk of injury. read more »
The Kentucky National Guard Faithful Service Ribbon honors Kentucky National Guard members who carry out five years of active service either consecutively or in agglomerate. read more »
The Kentucky Physical Fitness Ribbon is awarded to recognize members of the Kentucky National Guard who distinguish themselves by achieving a minimum score of 290 points on the Army PHysical Fitness Test and the highest score within their major command. read more »