AR 600-8-22 Flashcards
What publication covers Military awards?
AR 600-8-22
What is a decoration?
An award to an individual for a specific act of gallantry or service
An award can be recommended by whom?
Any person having knowledge of an outstanding act or achievement.
What is the highest award for Valor during peacetime?
The Soldier’s Medal
What is the time limit for recommending an award?
2 years
Can a soldier receive an award when flagged?
Purple heart, and awards of valor with waiver; none others
What is an award?
Decoration, medal, badge, or ribbon bestowed on an individual or unit.
What are the 6 categories of individual awards?
Decorations, Good conduct medal, service medals, service ribbons, badges and tabs, certificates and letters.
Who is the approving authority for the Medal of Honor?
Congress
What are the four special skills tabs?
Ranger, Special forces, Sapper, Presidents Hundred.
Where can you find the precedence of ribbons on the ASU?
DA PAM 670-1