14. Reserve Medal
> Issuing branch(s): Issuing branch(s): Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard
> Medals: Medal examples: Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal, Naval Reserve Meritorious Service Medal, Selected Marine Corps Reserve Medal
Reserve medals are specific medals that are earned by participation and mobilization in a branch’s Reserve component. These can range from specific awards given for actions while acting in a reserve capacity to recognizing participation in mobilizations or deployments outside their normal duties.
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13. Good Conduct Medal
> Issuing branch(s): Issuing branch(s): Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard
> Medals: Medal examples: Army Good Conduct Medal, Outstanding Airman of the Year Ribbon, Combat Readiness Medal (Air Force)
The various medals and awards included in the Good Conduct Medal reward soldiers who have served honorably and faithfully for a set period of time. The medals are awarded to soldiers who have displayed exemplary behavior during their service. This category also includes special awards like the Outstanding Airman of the Year Ribbon.
12. Prisoner of War Medal
> Issuing branch(s): Issuing branch(s): Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard
> Medals: Medal examples: Prisoner of War Medal
The Prisoner of War Medal is an esteemed military accolade granted to individuals who have experienced time in captivity as prisoners of war. President Ronald Reagan established this recognition in November 1985 to pay tribute to those who have been held captive by opposing forces during times of war. The Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard all award this medal as a testament to the sacrifices and hardships endured by prisoners of war.
11. Efficiency Award
> Issuing branch(s): Issuing branch(s): Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard
> Medals: Medal examples: Navy “E” Ribbon, Air Force Organizational Excellence Award, Coast Guard “E” Ribbon
Efficiency Awards are medals issued by the Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard. The E ribbons are given to service members who have earned the Occupational Excellence Award during their training.
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10. Meritorious Unit Commendation
> Issuing branch(s): Issuing branch(s): Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard
> Medals: Medal examples: Army Meritorious Unit Commendation, Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation, Air Force Meritorious Unit Award, Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Commendation, Army Superior Unit Award
The Meritorious Unit Commendations aremedal that can be issued by the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard to an entire unit that doesn’t merit a presidential unit citation. These medals are given to units who have shown exceptional conduct in either combat or non-combat situations. They can be issued for multiple reasons, including assisting in a national disaster to the unit distinguishing itself in official inspections.
