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AR 600-8-22 Military Awards Flashcards

1
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What publication covers Military awards?

A

AR 600-8-22

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What is a decoration?

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An award to an individual for a specific act of gallantry or service

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A ribbon can have how many “V” devices?

A

Only 1

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4
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An award can be recommended by whom?

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Any person having knowledge of an outstanding act or achievement.

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5
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What form is used to recommend an award?

A

DA 638

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What is the highest award for Valor during peacetime?

A

The Soldier’s Medal

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7
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When was the Medal of Honor established?

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1862

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8
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Whose profile is on the Purple Heart?

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George Washington

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What is the time limit for recommending an award?

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2 years

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10
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What is the second highest award for Valor?

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The Distinguished Service Cross

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What is the purpose of the D.A. Military Awards Program?

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To provide tangible recognition for acts of valor, exceptional service, special skills, and acts of heroism.

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What is an award?

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Decoration, medal, badge, or ribbon bestowed on an individual or unit.

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13
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What are the 6 categories of individual awards?

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Decorations, Good conduct medal, service medals, service ribbons, badges and tabs, certificates and letters.

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14
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How many stars are on the Medal of Honor?

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13

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15
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Who is the approving authority for the Medal of Honor?

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Congress

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Whose profile is on the Medal of Honor?

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Minerva, goddess of wisdom and war

17
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What are the four special skills tabs?

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Ranger, Special forces, Sapper, Presidents Hundred.

18
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What is an impact award?

A

Recognize a single specific act or accomplishment, separate from regularly assigned duties.

19
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Where does the burden of proof lie for foreign awards?

A

With the Soldier

20
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What decorations cannot be awarded to general officers?

A

ARCOM and AAM

21
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Can a soldier receive an award when flagged?

A

Purple heart, and awards of valor with waiver; none others

22
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What civilian medal is equivalent to the purple heart?

A

Defense of Freedom Medal

23
Q

Where can you find the precedence of ribbons on the ASU?

A

DA PAM 670-1

24
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What appurtenance is used on the Army Good Conduct Medal?

A

Knot

25
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What do the C and R devices represent on awards?

A

C - Combat Environment

R - Remote combat operations

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