OH Distinguished Service Medal

The Ohio Distinguished Service Medal Ribbon is officially hallmarked by the U.S. Institute of Heraldry. This decoration is awarded for bravery or outstanding courage involving personal hazard or danger and the voluntary risk of life by any member of the state military forces; for exceptionally meritorious service to the state or nation by any member of the state military forces; or for unselfish and untiring activities by any persona, civilian or military, in connection with the Ohio military forces or the national defense establishment, who renders service in furthering the interests of and promoting the security and welfare of the state of Ohio. On January 20th, 1972 this award was authorized by GO 2. The ribbon has a gray and red striped pattern throughout the ribbon and is ready to be worn on uniform. Ohio Distinguished Service Medal Ribbons are made with the highest government standards and are US Military approved. All ribbons of the US Military are made in the USA. Ribbons are unmounted and do not come with a holding bar. To purchase this ribbon for yourself or a family member's shadow box, or display case, we require a DD-214 or other valid proof that this medal was honorably awarded.