Can you wear more than one NATO Medal?
Service members who are entitled to more than one NATO medal during the same period will only be awarded one NATO Medal. The NATO chain of command will deem which medal is appropriate.
What is a NATO Meritorious Service Medal?
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization Meritorious Service Medal was approved by the North Atlantic Council, and is awarded to military and civilian personnel who have been commended for providing exceptional or remarkable service to NATO.
Can you wear Afghan NATO Medal?
Wearing Multiple NATO Medals Personnel who have already received the NATO Medal with Clasp ‘ISAF’ and have now received the NATO Medal with Clasp ‘Afghanistan’ can wear both medals (once approved).
What does the hourglass mean on the Armed Forces Reserve medal?
an annulet). (1) The devices. are Bronze hourglass to indicate 10 years service; silver hourglass to indicate 20 years service; gold hourglass to indicate 30 years service; letter “M” to indicate mobilization in. support of U.S. Military operations or contingencies designated by the Secretary.
What does the NATO Medal for North Macedonia look like?
The NATO Medal for North Macedonia service appears as a blue and white mixed ribbon with four white stripes. The Article 5 NATO Medal for Operation Eagle Assist has a blue background with a thin central golden stripe surrounded by white stripes.
When did the NATO Medal for operations in the Balkans change?
This medal was replaced on 1 January 2003, by the Non-Article 5 NATO Medal, for Operations in the Balkans. Personnel arriving in theatre before 3 December 2002 count their time towards this medal and its associated tour numerals until the end of the deployment.
What is the NATO Medal (Yugoslavia)?
The NATO Medal (Yugoslavia) medal is classified as a International Award of the type International Award. How Do You Earn the NATO Medal (Yugoslavia)?
What is the non-Article 5 Medal for the Balkans?
For U.S. forces, eligibility for the Non-Article 5 Medal for the Balkans remains the same as those previous NATO medals with the exception of the dates of service. Those members entering the Balkan theatre on or after 1 January 2003 will be eligible for the Non-Article 5 medal. The service must be 30 days either continuous or accumulated.