Everyone likes to receive an award as a token of appreciation for a job well done.
Purple Heart
This medal is earned by being directly wounded as a result of an ememy action in war.
Bronze Star
This medal is awarded to persons of the armed forces for heroism in combat against an enemy force.
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded to military personnel for outstanding acheivement/service to the country, normally in non-combat zone.
Soldier's Medal
This soldier's medal is awarded to any member of the US armed forces and friendly foreign forces for heroism as in "risk of life" for conditions other than a conflict victory.
Valorous Unit Ribbon
For military units of the US for heroism against enemy on or after August 1963.
Coast Guard Unit Ribbon
The ribbon is awarded by the Commander of the Coast Guard for excellent support of the their operations.
Philippine Defense Ribbon
For service personnel who served during the defense of the Philippines from December 1941-June 1942.
I really have a big respect for the militaries for their dedication, passion and courage that even the smallest guy in the team is already a hero for his family and for the nation ^-^ I don't think I can handle the constant worries if I'm married to a military man though or have some families in the military:((
ReplyDeleteWOW! Thanks Mae...Salute!!! Great article & I love dogs that serve. But how beautiful all the information that you have shared here. I gained much from reading & have greater respect for our military. My father was a WWII recipient of the Purple Heart! I read the Pet one first then continued through the medals of honor. They are all heroes, but they need our constant prayers.
ReplyDeletePsalm 91 is the best one I pray for them. God bless America and our soldiers in combat & returned home safely!