In the US, military awards are allotted separately for each military service such as army, navy, air force, coast guard, etc.
Navy is the military force regulating the sea warfare and defense.
The bravery and the dedication of the individuals in the naval service are useful to maintain the security of the nation.
The navy medals are the rewards of appreciation which is a metal emblem, for the meritorious service of the naval personnel such as petty officers, seamen, and landsmen.
The first "Medal of Honor" for navy was introduced in 1862.
The concept of medals was evolved from the olden practice of insignia of the knight hood.
Navy medals are proud assets of a person which express his bravery and commitment to risk his life for the nation.
They are usually made from precious metals such as gold, silver, bronze, or lead.
The medals are attached to ribbons which can be pinned or worn around the neck.
The shields or hangers are used to connect the medal with ribbons.
The medals are beautifully decorated or superimposed with particular symbols of the country such as an eagle.
The ribbons represent the characteristic colors of the country.
The reverse part of earlier medals was encrypted with the name of the recipient to avoid theft or misplace.
Navy medals are presented in official ceremonies and they are worn over the left pocket of the uniform on official occasions.
The recipient of more than one medal has to wear them according to the order of precedence of the medals.
The misuse of a medal is strictly regulated with the law.
However, models of the medals can be purchased from the market.
The medals are divided into different categories according to the relevance of the committed action.
The supreme awards are given to the deeds which have contributed to the victories or successes of missions.
The sincere service of the navy members is rewarded with unit medals and service medals.
Navy medals include Navy Medal of Honor, Navy Cross, Defense Distinguished Service Medal, Navy Distinguished Service Medal, Silver Star, Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross, Navy & Marine Corps Medal, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, and many more.
Navy is the military force regulating the sea warfare and defense.
The bravery and the dedication of the individuals in the naval service are useful to maintain the security of the nation.
The navy medals are the rewards of appreciation which is a metal emblem, for the meritorious service of the naval personnel such as petty officers, seamen, and landsmen.
The first "Medal of Honor" for navy was introduced in 1862.
The concept of medals was evolved from the olden practice of insignia of the knight hood.
Navy medals are proud assets of a person which express his bravery and commitment to risk his life for the nation.
They are usually made from precious metals such as gold, silver, bronze, or lead.
The medals are attached to ribbons which can be pinned or worn around the neck.
The shields or hangers are used to connect the medal with ribbons.
The medals are beautifully decorated or superimposed with particular symbols of the country such as an eagle.
The ribbons represent the characteristic colors of the country.
The reverse part of earlier medals was encrypted with the name of the recipient to avoid theft or misplace.
Navy medals are presented in official ceremonies and they are worn over the left pocket of the uniform on official occasions.
The recipient of more than one medal has to wear them according to the order of precedence of the medals.
The misuse of a medal is strictly regulated with the law.
However, models of the medals can be purchased from the market.
The medals are divided into different categories according to the relevance of the committed action.
The supreme awards are given to the deeds which have contributed to the victories or successes of missions.
The sincere service of the navy members is rewarded with unit medals and service medals.
Navy medals include Navy Medal of Honor, Navy Cross, Defense Distinguished Service Medal, Navy Distinguished Service Medal, Silver Star, Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross, Navy & Marine Corps Medal, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, and many more.
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