Vietnam) in May, 1974 to all foreign military personnel and units Awarded for maritime service between July 4, 1965 and August 15, 1973, in waters adjacent to Vietnam. The unknown soldier from the Vietnam War who was buried in the Tomb of the Unknowns was authorized a Medal of Honor and in 1998 was identified as 1st Lieutenant Michael Blassie, USAF. The Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces, including members of Reserve components on active Led a patrol which rescued men who had been wounded and cut off from the rest of the company and in the process destroyed several enemy bunkers and machine gun emplacements. Sacrificed his life in an attempt to assist a wounded soldier, Along with another soldier attacked and defeated multiple enemy bunkers. The medals told stories that they couldnt. 15 August 1950 and Decree No. Awarded to World War II merchant marine veterans held prisoners of war during the period of December 7, 1941 to August 15, 1945. It was originally created to honor junior . For twice providing covering fire for his squad's withdrawal despite heavy enemy fire, After a group of enemy insurgents attacked he organized a defense and repelled the enemy throughout the night. The reverse of all new medals is a shield adapted from the Seal of the U.S. Maritime Service. For silencing three enemy positions and rescuing several wounded comrades. Australia and New Zealand awarded British and Commonwealth orders and decorations to their servicemen in Vietnam, including the Distinguished Service Order, and the Military Cross. For heroic action when his platoon was ambushed by North Vietnamese forces near the village of Se San in eastern Cambodia. Although seriously wounded, he destroyed an enemy bunker and fought back an enemy attack until he was killed. such participation foreign armed opposition, or are otherwise participation in aerial flight was incidental. Medals awarded and earned have always had emotional attachment and deep meaning. Immediate families of deceased mariners are also eligible to apply for and receive a medal to hold in honor of their maritime awardee. operations.]. entering the area of operations. Awarded to seamen of any ship operated by or for the War Shipping Administration who is commended by the Administrator for conduct or service of a meritorious nature, but not sufficient to warrant the Distinguished Service Medal. The Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal (NAM) is a decoration presented by the United States Department of the Navy to service members of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps who have performed commendably in routine duties or exceptional achievements, that have not been recognized by a higher award. have directly participated for six months in "a large-scale military Was a Chaplain who carried 20 wounded men from the battlefield under heavy fire. (b) Be an important contribution of benefit to the United States and the naval service. We were still cooking in the building next to the flight line and sleeping in tents without the luxury of the plywood floors and sides. Attached to or Maintained his position, refused assistance, and provided defensive fire for his comrades until he fell mortally wounded. Despite being obsolete, earned foreign South Vietnam decorations and awards remain authorized for US military members who received awards. After all wounded had been evacuated he joined another platoon and assisted in pursuing the enemy. The Combat Distinguishing Device may be authorized. Task Force Delta contributed significantly toward supporting the South In the case of elected bodies the only way of effecting this is by the Coupled Vote. Mediterranean-Middle East War Zone Medal. Risked his life to save the lives of a number of his fellow soldiers, Sacrificed his life to save the lives of several Marines by taking out an enemy bunker, Risked his own life to allow his unit to escape, Saved the life of his superior officer and allowed the other members of his patrol to escape, Risked his life to assist in the rescue of three downed aviators. (5) As the result of an act of any hostile foreign force. He assumed command and directed the defense of their position and despite being wounded by a grenade, he continued to direct them, saving many lives. For sacrificing his life to save the other members of his aircrew. military support. Awards and decorations of the Vietnam War were military decorations which were bestowed by the major warring parties that participated in the Vietnam War. C6.5.1.1.2. Sacrificed his life to direct fire at the enemy at point blank range. Campaign Medal. The Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces, including members of Reserve components on active or inactive duty, of the grade of lieutenant commander/major and below. C6.6.1.1.1. For defending company from an enemy grenade, Sacrificed himself to hold his company's position against the enemy allowing others to come to his aid and repel the enemy force, Sacrificed his life by manning a machine gun in an exposed position during an enemy attack, allowing others to rescue a wounded comrade, Sacrificed his life to save others by smothering a grenade with his body, Sacrificed his life to save several fellow soldiers by smothering a claymore mine with his body. He later renounced his medal of honor. The red flames on the Vietnam map represent the locations of the war. Awarded to a person who, while serving in any capacity with the Navy or Marine Corps, is cited for gallantry in action that does not warrant the Medal of Honor or Navy Cross. [according to whom?] Personnel C6.6.1.2.1. Professional achievement that merit the NA must: This permits all recipients of the Vietnam Phone: 202-366-3198 He was killed in the ensuing explosion, but was successful in protecting the members of his squad. Business Hours:9:00am to 5:00pm ET, M-F. This page was last edited on 9 January 2023, at 10:39. Prisoner of War Medal. The Air Medal is the more appropriate recognition for meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight. Awards and decorations of the Vietnam War were military decorations which were bestowed by the major warring parties that participated in the Vietnam War. Awarded to military personnel of all grades and civilians who render staff service to the Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces through outstanding initiative and devotion to their assigned duty. individual personnel) of all Allied countries subordinate to the The war was fought between the Communist-supported Democratic Republic of Vietnam and the United States-supported Republic of Vietnam, beginning with the presence of a small number of US military advisors in 1955 and escalating into direct US involvement in a ground war in 1965. Atlantic War Zone Medal. C6.5.1.4.3. Philippine Defense Ribbon. Used his body as a shield to protect others in a bunker, moved two wounded men to a safer position where they could be given medical treatment and destroyed an enemy machine gun position before being killed. The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to any servicemen and women that served in Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia and/or Thailand from 1965 to 1973 for 30 consecutive or 60 nonconsecutive days. Sacrificed his life by throwing himself directly onto a hand grenade as it exploded. between July 4, 1965 and March 28, 1973, in Thailand, Laos, or Repeatedly exposed himself to enemy fire to treat his wounded comrades despite being wounded three times himself and continued to help his fellow soldiers until suffering a fourth and fatal wound. operations" is defined as follows: C6.5.1.3.1.1. (2) In action with an opposing armed force of a foreign country in which the Armed Forces of the United States are or have been engaged. Instructions on applyingfor this medal can be found here. (2) while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force; or Philippine Liberation Ribbon. (1) In action against an enemy of the United States. For each subsequentinstance sufficient to justify the award, additional insignia will be awarded and worn with the medal. The Blassie family requested that the Medal of Honor be granted to him but the request was denied by the Department of Defense. The Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal will not be awarded for service involving participation in aerial flight after 1 January 1969. (3) while serving with friendly foreign forces in an armed conflict against an opposing armed force in which the United States is not a belligerent party. When his convoy came under attack that day, near Ap Nhi in the Republic of Vietnam, Seay twice left his protective cover to toss enemy-thrown hand grenades back at the North Vietnamese forces. Killed in an attack where he killed eight of the enemy and drove the remainder away, Organized the defense, rescued a wounded soldier, and single-handedly attacked an enemy position before being killed, Killed attempting to draw enemy fire away from his convoy after manning a machine gun in his vehicle, Killed using his body to shield comrades from a grenade blast, Assaulted the enemy with grenades and rifle fire until dying from his wounds. The Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal (NAM) is a decoration presented by the United States Department of the Navy to service members of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps who have performed commendably in routine duties or exceptional achievements, that have not been recognized by a higher award. Junior Sailor of the Year RP2. All units (and their This medal is also awardedto mariners who served in Operations Enduring Freedom andIraqi Freedom and most recently in 2016 for Operations Restore Hope and United Shield and related operations in Somalia. Reauthorized by the Government of (South) Vietnam (Republic of The bronze plaque is awarded to the ship. Information on how to request a duplicate of this medal can be found here. Exposed himself to enemy fire in order to place his three surviving wounded comrades in rescue slings, permitting them to be airlifted to safety. After DNA testing confirmed his identity, the remains were removed from the tomb and returned to Blassie's family, but the Medal of Honor did not transfer with him. involves actually entering the designated area. For his courageous actions while serving as Commander of a Strike Force drawn from Company D, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), 1st Special Forces, during combat operations against an armed enemy. (2) Leadership Achievement which merits the award must : Sacrificed his life to save other soldiers by smothering a grenade with his body, For smothering an explosive blast with his body to protect those around him. (8) As the result of maltreatment inflicted by their captors while a prisoner of war. C6.5.1.3.1. keeping with the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United For creating a diversion at the expense of his own life and providing his squad time to evacuate two wounded soldiers. Although already wounded, he sacrificed his life to save other soldiers who were pinned down by silencing two enemy gun emplacements and diving into a third with a grenade. meet the criteria established for the AFEM (Vietnam) or the Vietnam or for 60 nonconsecutive days provided this support involves Cambodia, or the airspaces, thereover, and in direct support of To be eligible a Service member must be as Sacrificed his life to eliminate two companies of the enemy, rescue a fellow soldier and destroyed the starlight scope attached to his rifle to prevent its capture and use by the Viet Cong. Samantha Alexander, Distribution Management Office freight noncommissioned officer in charge aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, was awarded. The drapery the medals hang from tells a story about the conflict. For the rescue of a six-man special forces unit. Australia and New Zealand jointly developed and instituted the Vietnam Medal (though separate Royal Warrants were issued). equaling those expected of an air group operating from a sophisticated, Later became a, As a helicopter pilot, reinforced and then evacuated an embattled unit despite intense hostile fire, For taking command of his platoon and exposing himself to enemy fire to reestablish communication, tend to wounded men, and continued fighting. (3) while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in an armed conflict against an opposing armed force in which the United States is not a belligerent party. Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United Australian servicemen were also awarded a number of individual US and South Vietnamese awards, and the following unit citations: Awards and decorations of the Vietnam War, "Awards and decorations of the Vietnam War", Learn how and when to remove this template message, South Vietnamese decorations for United States Service Members, British and Commonwealth orders and decorations, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross Unit Citation, Australian Government Campaign Medals page, New Zealand Defence Force Vietnam Medal Page, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Awards_and_decorations_of_the_Vietnam_War&oldid=1127568333, Articles lacking sources from August 2017, All articles with specifically marked weasel-worded phrases, Articles with specifically marked weasel-worded phrases from March 2022, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 15 December 2022, at 13:02. To warrant this distinctive decoration, the act or the execution of duty must be performed in the presence of great danger or at great personal risk and must be performed in such a manner as to set the individual apart from his shipmates or fellow Marines. Placed himself between an enemy grenade and his shipmates, absorbing most of the blast fragments with his own body in order to protect his shipmates from injury and death. Joint General Staff, Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces. Was executed by the Viet Cong while a prisoner of war after repeated escape attempts, torture and maltreatment, Was a chaplain who sacrificed himself to rescue several wounded men, After fighting back four enemy soldiers and causing 11 others to retreat was killed by a fifth enemy soldier. The AFEM, authorized by E.O. Helped to organize defenses and repeatedly exposed himself to enemy fire to retrieve supplies and return fire. Led his men in the seizure of enemy ammunition and supplies and continued to counterattack the enemy using artillery fire and air support. The "V" is authorized for wear if the award is for acts or services involving direct participation in combat operations. section C6.5 [U.S. Non-military Decorations]. Pacific War Zone Medal. Encounter during Every troops experience in Vietnam was different, but the medals they were awarded are the same as their fellow soldiers?. The Medal of Honor is awarded by the President in the name of Congress to members of the naval service, who distinguish themselves conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. States who between March 1, 1961 and March 28, 1973: C7.5.1.6.1. For a daring airborne rescue of American special forces troops. Merchant Marine Defense Medal. He was directly responsible for saving the lives of several of his comrades, and inflicting serious damage on the enemy. Gallant Ship Citation Ribbon. (b) Be sustained so as to demonstrate a high state of development or, if for a specific achievement, be of such merit as to earn singular recognition for the act, and Only members of the Armed Forces of the United States who The medallion has six pointed white enamel star and six golden rays between each point in the star and has a map of Vietnam in the center of the medallion. Mariners Medal. A lock ( LockA locked padlock ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. When we first got there the place was a mess. the gratitude to the American and Allied soldiers who once worked (10) After 28 March 1973, as a result of military operations while serving outside the territory of the United States as part of a peacekeeping force. (a) Clearly exceed that which is normally required or expected, considering the individual's grade or rate, training, and experience, and actual combat, or duty that is equally as hazardous as combat duty, For absorbing an explosive charge and continuing to fight with weapons and hand to hand before successfully defending a bunker. John W. Its a memory that will never be forgotten. criteria: C6.5.1.4.1. [3] These totals do not include the award to the Vietnam Unknown Soldier. The purpose of this MARADMIN is to provide an update of awards since the last update, MARADMIN 514/16. Sacrificed his life to shield another soldier from a rocket blast, absorbing the full blast with his body. Merchant Marine Academy National Register Nominations, The Department of Defense also offers several award options, Instructions on applyingfor this medal can be found here, Department of Defense and Foreign Government Recognition, In 1992, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced several. Having their Vietnam war medals was something to remember them by and to cherish forever. For destroying three enemy bunkers with grenades and rifle fire, helping to secure an enemy supply cache and directing his men after being seriously wounded. The 1960 device, as its known, reads the start date of the conflict and the open space after the dash was to include the end date of the Vietnam War, but because they were produced and awarded during the war no end date was added. final years to 30 April 1975. If an award recipient no longer possesses an original award, companies or individuals have available for purchase South Vietnam's military insignia and awards. and aircraft providing fire, patrol, guard, reconnaissance, or other Although badly wounded, he continued to assist and treat the injuries of the Marines around him who had been hurt in combat with the enemy. operations. The medal reflects Around the clock operations included Service Medal during the period of service required are considered Medal awarded on 5 July 2022. 2. to have contributed direct combat support to the RVN Armed Bronze stars are mounted on the ribbon for participation in the below campaigns: The Vietnam Service Medal includes these Air Force campaigns: The devices earned from these conflicts, battles, and missions and are earned for dedication, bravery, and hard work. Evans Army Community Hospital, Ft Carson, was named after Evans. Through their superlative performance, the personnel of months in South Vietnam during the period indicated in Chapter 6, Risked his life to lead his men to fight back an attacking enemy force three times. Risked his life to repel the enemy and protect his soldiers during an enemy assault on his firebase. The qualifying criteria for the Medal are service of one day or more as a member or crew of a ship or aircraft operating in the prescribed area of operations of Vietnam in support of Australian forces, or service of one day or more within the prescribed area of operations of Vietnam while attached to a unit or organisation in support of Australian forces. A list of awards Marines can potentially earn through combat service. three weeks of the beginning of construction, and continuous air After being struck by enemy mortar, machine gun, and small arms fire he continuously fought and led his men against the enemy until dying from his wounds. (4) As the result of an act of any such enemy or opposing armed force. The award may cover an extended period of time during which a higher award may have been recommended or received for specific act(s). Vietnam Civil Actions Medal along with the Vietnam Service Medal. air-to-ground close air support, fighter harrier combat air patrols and Awarded to a person who, while serving in any capacity with the Navy or marine corps (including foreign military personnel), distinguishes him/herself after 6 December 1941, by heroic or meritorious achievement or service. To justify the decoration, the individual's service must clearly be rendered conspicuous above their comrades by an act so outstanding that it clearly distinguishes their gallantry beyond the call of duty from lesser forms of bravery; and it must be the type of deed which if not done would not subject the individual to any justified criticism. Merchant Marine prior to Pearl Harbor. operations commenced the next day. Military medals can be awarded by the U.S. Congress, Department of Defense, and even by each individual military branch: Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard. For letting a Vietnamese soldier take his spot in a helicopter rescue, while he stayed behind to attempt to hold off advancing Viet Cong by which he was overrun. He was solely responsible for killing 15 enemy soldiers while saving the lives of at least nine members of his own unit. Eligible. "For exceptionally meritorious service from (7) As the indirect result of enemy action. Sacrificed his life to save several of his fellow Marines by smothering a grenade with his body, For defending his 42-man unit from hundreds of attacking Viet Cong, For actions as a prisoner of war from August 26, 1967 March 4, 1973, Sacrificed his life and saved several Marines by blocking them from the blast of a grenade, Flew repeated close range strikes to silence enemy defensive positions, ignoring overwhelming firepower and damage to his own aircraft, Sacrificed his life to draw the enemy fire upon himself allowing a trapped squad to rejoin their platoon. Navy and Marine Corps Medal: Bronze Star Medal: Purple Heart: Defense Meritorious Service Medal: . This does not preclude the award of the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal to those who meet the eligibility requirement for service during which MCAS Nam Phong, Thailand 1972 ~ 1973 "We Never Promised You A Rose Garden" Namphong.vet is a Vietnam War Educational Archive All content herein is copyrighted by the original source and presented under the "fair use" provisions of US Code Title 17 in effect at the time of publication, and shall not be used for commercial purposes. For smothering a grenade blast with his body. Awarded to merchant mariners who have participated in an act or operation of humanitarian nature on behalf ofan individual or groups of individuals. Sacrificed his life by smothering a mine with his body, Killed after repeatedly attacking and defeating the enemy. The performance should be well above that usually expected of an individual commensurate with his grade or rate, and above that degree of excellence which can be appropriately reflected in the individuals fitness report or personnel records. Combat Distinguishing Device. North Vietnam, South Vietnam, Australia, New Zealand and the United States all issued awards and decorations to their personnel during, or after, the conflict. Although severely wounded multiple times by enemy fire, he continued to throw grenades at an enemy bunker until it was destroyed and he was killed by enemy gunfire. For rescuing a group of surrounded American troops with his helicopter. (6) As the result of friendly weapon fire while actively engaging the enemy. Almost immediately, daily sortie rates were Awarded duplicates of the medal to individuals who, between December 7, 1941, and December 31, 1946, were members of the United States Merchant Marine, or other related services. For providing covering fire at the cost of his own life during a withdrawal, For extraordinary heroism while serving as the commanding officer of the 2d Battalion, For providing critical aid to wounded comrades under heavy fire, For actions in Ia Drang, in which he led a successful one man assault on an enemy hill, Sacrificed his life to move a wounded comrade to safety. Killed by enemy gunfire after assisting in the defeat of an attacking enemy force, Killed after rescuing several wounded, assisting in destroying an enemy gun emplacement and resupplying ammunition to his unit, For actions as a prisoner of war from November 9, 1967 January 22, 1968. It was first authorized for service in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. 74-b/Qt, dated Australia awarded four Victoria Crosses during the Vietnam War, two posthumously. Merchant Marine Expeditionary Medal (MMEM). Although wounded multiple times he continued to fight and refused medical aid until the enemy attack was over. The Purple Heart. On 17 January 1991, the "V" was authorized for wear on the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. Risked his life and led his men to repeatedly attack the enemy, assist another Marine unit that had inflicted heavy casualties and led his unit to a helicopter for evacuation. Despite his wounds, he returned to his position, assisted his men, and refused medical attention until all of his wounded comrades had been treated and evacuated. The first African American Medal of Honor recipient of the Vietnam War. Or have served less than six months but was wounded, captured, and escaped enemy forces, or was killed in action. Our selection of medals encompasses all Vietnam War medals including foreign awards like the Civic Action Medal First and Second Class, the RVN Wound Medal, and plenty of Vietnam-specific commemorative medals to honor your service including a 50th Anniversary medal, defense medals, and an Honorable Discharge Commemorative medal. The Medal of Honor was created during the American Civil War and is the highest military decoration presented by the United States government to a member of its armed forces. equivalent of the French Croix de Guerre. For the rescue of 29 American and South Vietnamese soldiers from a heavily fortified enemy training area without any cover or gunship support. For smothering a grenade blast with his body. When awarded/authorized on an individual basis the Gold device of Vietnam. Cross. Subsequent awards are denoted by silver and gold stars worn on the ribbon. The foreign TWS is the largest online community of Veterans existing today and is a powerful Veteran locator. Repeatedly exposed himself to enemy fire to attend to the fallen and eliminate an enemy rocket position. 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