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    How Do I Find Out What Medals I Earned in the Military?

    Receiving a medal for your service in the military is not always automatic. In many cases, military service members have to apply to receive their medals, or to replace lost or damaged medals. Family members may also be curious as to what kind of awards and distinguishments their veterans have received, and if their veterans […]
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    Who Is Qualified for the GWOT Expeditionary Medal?

    While veterans are honored in many ways, receiving an official medal–like the GWOT Expeditionary Medal–signifies an unparalleled degree of respect and honor. Reserved only for a select number of service members, this medal represents incredible sacrifice and a remarkable commitment to fighting the Global War on Terror. 
  • Honoring All Sailors The Evolution of Navy Rate Insignia

    Honoring All Sailors: The Evolution of Navy Rate Insignia

    The Navy uses patches to indicate not only the rank of a sailor but the job they do, which is called a “rate.” Typical Navy rates fall under various categories, including medical, construction, aviation, and others. A handful rates have been disbanded, combined with other rates, or simply dissolved throughout the years, but those sailors […]
  • History of the Army Commendation Medal

    Eligibility Army Commendation Medal, abbreviated and often called ‘ARCOM’, was instituted in 1945 and was awarded retroactively to those who served after December 6, 1941. The ARCOM is awarded to those who have served with the U.S. Army and have demonstrated heroism, meritorious achievement, or meritorious service. The Army Commendation Medal was one of the […]
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Honoring All Sailors The Evolution of Navy Rate Insignia

Honoring All Sailors: The Evolution of Navy Rate Insignia

October 8, 2019October 8, 2019 MOA

The Navy uses patches to indicate not only the rank of a sailor but the job they do, which is called a “rate.” Typical Navy rates fall under various categories, including medical, construction, aviation, and others. A handful rates have been disbanded, combined with other rates, or simply dissolved throughout the years, but those sailors […]

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Well-Grounded: 5 Air Force Occupational Badges and Insignia

October 3, 2019October 6, 2019 MOA

The Air Force has many enlisted members who perform duties unrelated to flying. These duties, or occupations, are part of what keeps the pilots flying and missions on target. Occupational badges, first introduced in the 1950s, recognize the qualifications, training and education that airmen receive in a field. They are broken up into different Career […]

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Stars, Stripes, Chevron: 4 Most Iconic Army Rank Insignia

September 29, 2019September 26, 2019 MOA

The United States Army is one of the mightiest armed forces in the world. The different ranks and branches require distinctive visual cues for quick identification. Over the years, various Army rank insignia has proven to be more iconic of the principles and beliefs of this military operation than others. The ranks are divided into […]

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How Times Have Changed…Army Rank Insignia Through the Years

September 26, 2019September 26, 2019 MOA

Military rank is about more than protocol. Rising through the ranks is about honor and skill. As your display of Army badges and insignia changes, so too does your responsibility for–and to–others. 

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Best Gifts for Your Marine Corps Boot Camp Graduate

September 20, 2019September 12, 2019 MOA

Graduating from basic training is no small feat, especially for a Mairne. Your new Marine has endured weeks of brutal physical and mental exercise, and they have survived! As they enter their new careers in the Marines, you may be looking for something sentimental to commemorate the occasion or something they will be able to […]

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