Celebrating Black Military History: Medal of Honor Recipients Throughout our country’s history, countless African American heroes have lent their voices, minds, and gifts to tell the American story. The list continues to grow yearly, from activists and abolitionists to entrepreneurs and inventors and from authors and poets to musicians and athletes. However, there is at […]
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The Wound That Becomes An Award
A wound is something a soldier carries with them forever. It’s a mark made indefinitely on their memory as well as their own body. It’s a constant reminder of their sacrifices as well as the unique situations they experienced in combat. With the wounds of war being so impactful it’s no wonder that the Purple […]
Knowing Your Gulf War Medals
Gulf War Medals List of Desert Storm and Desert Shield Medals and descriptions Click here to get yours NDSM NATIONAL DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL 1990-95 (Persian Gulf War Period) Criteria: 120 consecutive days of service participating in, or any honorable active duty service. President Bush issued an Executive Order 12776 on October 8, 1991 authorizing award […]
Military Medal Racks and Ribbon Racks
With Memorial Day and the 4th of July right around the corner, it’s time to make sure your medal rack or ribbon rack is up to date and correct. Whether you’re participating in a memorial service, marching in a parade, or simply want your dress uniform to look its best, a properly laid out medal […]