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Term
What is the purpose of the D.A. Military Awards Program?
Definition
The objective of the DA Military Awards Program is to provide tangible recognition for acts of valor, exceptional service or achievement, special skills or qualifications, and acts of heroism not involving actual combat.

 

Term
What is the highest peacetime award for valor?
Definition
The Soldiers Medal

 

Term
During peacetime, who is the approving authority for the Soldier's Medal?
Definition
HQ Perscom
Term
What is an Award?
Definition
A decoration, medal, badge, ribbon, or appurtenance bestowed on an individual or a unit

 

Term
What is a decoration?
Definition
An award to an individual for a specific act of gallantry or service

 

Term
What is DA Form 7013?
Definition
Certificate of Appreciation
Term
What are the six groups that individual awards can be categorized into?
Definition
  1. Decorations
  2. Good Conduct Medal
  3. Service Medals
  4. Service Ribbons
  5. Badges and Tabs
  6. Certificates and Letters

 

Term
What is the highest award given by the Army in time of war?
Definition
The Medal of Honor

 

Term
What is engraved on the reverse side of the Medal of Honor?
Definition
The grade, name, and organization of the awardee are engraved on the reverse of the Medal of Honor.

 

Term
What is engraved on the reverse side of every Decoration or Good Conduct Medal other than the Medal of Honor?
Definition
The name of the awardee only

 

Term
How many stars are on the blue silk shield that the Army Medal of Honor is suspended from?
Definition
13
Term
Who is the approving authority for the Medal of Honor?
Definition
The U.S. Congress
Term
Who awards the Medal of Honor?
Definition
The President of the United States

 

Term
What is the word inscribed on the suspension bar of the Medal of Honor?
Definition
"Valor"

 

Term
Whose profile is on the Medal of Honor?
Definition
Minerva, the roman goddess of wisdom and righteous war
Term

What is the order of precedence for the wearing of individual awards?

Definition
  1. U.S. Military Decorations
  2. U.S. Non-Military Decorations
  3. Prisoner of War Medal
  4. Good Conduct Medal
  5. U.S. Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal
  6. U.S. Service Medals and Service Ribbons
  7. U.S. Merchant Marine Decorations
  8. Foreign Decorations (Does not include Service Medals and Ribbons)
  9. Non-U.S. Service Medals and Ribbons

 

Term
Name the ribbon awarded to members of the US Army for successful completion of the Basic and AIT?
Definition
The Army Service Ribbon

 

Term
What is the DA Form 2442?
Definition
Certificate of Achievement

 

Term
What is the time limit for recommending an award?
Definition
2 yrs
Term
How many "V" devices may be worn on a ribbon?
Definition
1
Term

The “V” Device is authorized for wear on what decorations?

Definition
  • Distinguished Flying Cross
  • Bronze Star Medal
  • Air Medal
  • ARCOM
  • Joint Service Commendation Medal

 

Term
How many different weapons are authorized component bars?
Definition
19
Term
For what is the Good Conduct Medal given?
Definition
For exemplary behavior, efficiency, and fidelity

 

Term
What three words are inscribed on the front of the Good Conduct Medal?
Definition
Honor, Efficiency, and Fidelity

 

Term
Who is the approving authority for the Good Conduct Medal?
Definition
The Company Commander

 

Term
How often can you get the Good Conduct Medal?
Definition
Every 3 years

 

Term
Who are the final approving authorities for the AAM, ARCOM, MSM, LM and DSM?
Definition
  • AAM = Lieutenant Colonel and above
  • ARCOM = Colonel and above
  • MSM = Major General and above
  • LM = Lieutenant General and above
  • DSM = U.S. Army Chief of Staff

 

Term
Who can make recommendations for an award?
Definition
Any person having knowledge of an outstanding act or achievement

 

Term
To whom is the Purple Heart awarded?
Definition
To anyone, military or civilian, wounded or killed in action against an armed enemy
Term
What is the second highest award for valor?
Definition
The Distinguished Service Cross

 

Term
What was the first medal awarded in the U.S. Army?
Definition
The Purple Heart
Term
In the order of precedence, what are the U.S. Unit Awards authorized for wear on Army Uniforms?
Definition
  1. Presidential Unit Citation (Army, Air Force).
  2. Presidential Unit Citation (Navy).
  3. Joint Meritorious Unit Award.
  4. Valorous Unit Award.
  5. Meritorious Unit Commendation (Army).
  6. Navy Unit Commendation.
  7. Air Force Outstanding Unit Award.
  8. Coast Guard Unit Commendation.
  9. Army Superior Unit Award.
  10. Meritorious Unit Commendation (Navy).
  11. Navy “E” Ribbon.
  12. Air Force Organizational Excellence Award.
  13. Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Commendation.

 

Term
What was the Purple Heart initially awarded for?
Definition
It was awarded for valor in the revolutionary war
Term
What is a DA Form 4950?
Definition
Good Conduct Medal Certificate
Term
What decoration has George Washington's picture on it?
Definition
The Purple Heart
Term
Who is the approving authority for the Army Achievement Medal?
Definition

The battalion commander

 

Term
What is a DA Form 87?
Definition

Certificate of Training

Term
What words are inscribed on the reverse side of the AAM?
Definition
For Military Achievement
Term
What words are inscribed on the reverse side of the ARCOM?
Definition
For Military Merit
Term
What is a Fourragere?
Definition
A ropelike device worn to signify the award of a foreign decoration
Term
When can a unit award be worn?
Definition
When serving with a unit that received an award or if you were assigned to the unit when the award was assigned

 

Term

Name the four Special Skills Tabs.

Definition
  1. Ranger
  2. Special Forces
  3. Presidents Hundred
  4. Sapper

 

Term

What Army Regulation covers the wear and appearance of the military uniform?

Definition
AR 670-1
Term
Name three appurtenances
Definition
  1. Oak leaf clusters
  2. “V” Devices
  3. Numerals
  4. Clasps
  5. Service Stars
  6. Arrowhead
  7. Berlin Airlift Device
  8. Ten-Year Device
  9. “M” Device

 

Term
If the number of authorized oak leaf clusters exceeds four and will not fit on a single ribbon, what will happen?
Definition
A second ribbon is authorized for wear. When the second ribbon is worn, it is placed after the first ribbon; the second ribbon counts as one award. Personnel may wear no more than four oak leaf clusters on each ribbon. If the receipt of future awards reduces the number of oak leaf clusters sufficiently (that is, a silver oak leaf for five awards), personnel will remove the second ribbon and place the appropriate number of devices on a single ribbon.

 

Term
What DA Form is used to recommend /request an award?
Definition
DA Form 638
Term
What Army Regulation governs Awards and Decorations?
Definition
AR 600-8-22

 

Term
When was the Medal of Honor established?
Definition
1862
Term
Why is the Purple Heart different than all the other decorations?
Definition
While clearly an individual decoration, the Purple Heart differs from all other decorations in that an individual is not “recommended” for the decoration; rather he or she is entitled to it upon meeting specific criteria.
Term

What are the three U.S. Army Combat Badges?

Definition
  1. Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB)
  2. Combat Action Badge (CAB)
  3. Combat Medical Badge (CMB)

 

Term
Who is eligible to be awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB)?
Definition
Personnel in the grade of Colonel or below with an infantry or special forces military occupational specialty who have satisfactorily performed duty while assigned as a member of an infantry/special forces unit, brigade or smaller size, during any period subsequent to 6 December 1941 when the unit was engaged in active ground combat. There is specific criteria for each conflict that must also be met.

 

Term

What are the four specific eligibility requirements for the Combat Action Badge (CAB)?

Definition
  1. May be awarded to any soldier.
  2. Soldier must be performing assigned duties in an area where hostile fire pay or imminent danger pay is authorized.
  3. Soldier must be personally present and actively engaging or being engaged by the enemy, and performing satisfactorily in accordance with the prescribed rules of engagement.
  4. Soldier must not be assigned/attached to a unit that would qualify the soldier for the CIB/CMB.

 

Term
Can the Combat Action Badge be awarded to members of the other U.S. Armed Forces and foreign Soldiers?
Definition
Yes, provided the criteria for each badge is met. However, subsequent awards of the same badge within the same qualifying period are not authorized.

 

Term
Who is eligible to be awarded the Combat Medical Badge (CMB)?
Definition

The following medical personnel, assigned or attached by appropriate orders to an infantry unit of brigade, regimental, or smaller size, or to a medical unit of company or smaller size, organic to an infantry unit of brigade or smaller size, during any period the infantry unit is engaged in actual ground combat are eligible for award of the badge, provided they are personally present and under fire during such ground combat:

1.Subsequent to 6 December 1941 – Army Medical Department (Colonels and below), the Navy Medical Department (Captains and below), the Air Force Medical Service (Colonels and below), assigned or attached to the Army, who have satisfactorily performed medical duties.

2.Subsequent to 19 December 1989 – Special Forces personnel possessing military occupational specialty 18D (Special Operations Medical Sergeant) who satisfactorily performed medical duties while assigned or attached to a Special Forces unit during any period the unit is engaged in actual ground combat, provided they are personally present and under fire. Retroactive awards are not authorized.

3.Subsequent to 16 January 1991 – Personnel outlined in (1) above, assigned or attached to Armor or ground Cavalry units of brigade or smaller size, who satisfactorily performed medical duties while the unit is engaged in actual ground combat, provided they are personally present and under fire. Retroactive awards are not authorized.

4.Subsequent to 11 September 2001 – Personnel outlined in (1) and (3) above, assigned or attached to or under operational control of any ground Combat Arms units (not to include members assigned or attached to Aviation units) of brigade or smaller size, who satisfactorily performed medical duties while the unit is engaged in actual ground combat provided they are personally present and under fire. Retroactive awards are not authorized.

Term
What Army Regulation covers the wear and appearance of the military uniform?
Definition
AR 670-1
Term
Why is the flag worn on the right shoulder of the Utility Uniform?
Definition
The flag is worn on the right shoulder to give the effect of the flag flying in the breeze as the wearer moves forward.

 

Term
Why are all Soldiers in the U.S. Army now authorized to wear the Reverse-Side Full-Color U.S. Flag Cloth Replica upon gaining permission from their commander?
Definition
The Nation is at war and will be for the foreseeable future. As an expeditionary Army, our Soldiers' commitment to fight and win our Nation's War, at home and abroad, is best exemplified by permanently wearing the U.S. Flag insignia on the utility uniforms.

 

Term
What AR covers the issue and sale of personal clothing?
Definition
AR 700-84
Term
When is the only time that commercially designed protective headgear is authorized for wear with uniform?
Definition
When operating motorcycles, bicycles or like vehicles but once the travel is complete protective headgear must be removed and army headgear donned

 

Term
When must Identification Tags be worn?
Definition
When directed by the commander, engaged in field training, in an aircraft, or OCONUS

 

Term
What does "ECWCS" stand for?
Definition
Extended Cold Weather Clothing System

 

Term
What are the ranks that shoulder boards come in?
Definition
Corporal through SGM of the Army and also the Officer Ranks.

 

Term
What is a CVC uniform?
Definition
Combat Vehicle Crewman's Uniform (Tanker's Uniform)
Term
Exposed pens in pockets are allowed on which uniforms?
Definition
  • Hospital duty Uniforms
  • Food Service Uniforms
  • Flight uniforms
  • CVC Uniforms
  • acus
Term
How is the beret properly worn?
Definition
The beret is worn so that the headband (edge binding) is straight across the forehead, 1 inch above the eyebrows. The flash is positioned over the left eye, and the excess material is draped over to the right ear, extending to at least the top of the ear, and no lower than the middle of the ear. Personnel will cut off the ends of the adjusting ribbon and secure the ribbon knot inside the edge binding at the back of the beret. When worn properly, the beret is formed to the shape of the head; therefore, soldiers may not wear hairstyles that cause distortion of the beret.

 

Term
Who is authorized to wear insignia of branch on the Patrol cap?
Definition
Chaplains
Term
When is the wear of Army uniforms prohibited?
Definition
  • In connection with the furtherance of any political or commercial interests, or when engaged in off-duty civilian employment.
  • When participating in public speeches, interviews, picket lines, marches, rallies, or public demonstrations, except as authorized by competent authority.
  • When attending any meeting or event that is a function of, or is sponsored by, an extremist organization.
  • When wearing the uniform would bring discredit upon the Army.
  • When specifically prohibited by Army regulations.

 

Term
Soldiers will wear headgear with the Army uniform except under which circumstances?
Definition
  • Headgear is not required if it would interfere with the safe operation of military vehicles.
  • The wear of military headgear is not required while in or on a privately owned vehicle (to include a motorcycle, bicycle, or convertible automobile), a commercial vehicle, or on public conveyance (such as a subway, train, plane, or bus).
  • Soldiers will not wear headgear indoors unless under arms in an official capacity, or when directed by the commander, such as for indoor ceremonial activities.
  • Male and female soldiers are not required to wear headgear to evening social events (after Retreat) when wearing the Army blue and white uniforms, the enlisted green dress uniform, the Army green maternity dress uniform (females only), or the mess and evening mess uniforms.

 

Term

How will service ribbons be worn on the male Class A uniform?

How will service ribbons be worn on the female Class A uniform?

Definition
The ribbons centered 1⁄8 inch above the left breast pocket. Ribbon mounts will remain centered above the pocket even if the top ribbon row is offset

 

The ribbons centered on the left side, with the bottom row positioned parallel to the bottom edge of the nameplate. Females may adjust the placement of the ribbons to conform to individual body-shape differences

Term

Where are unit awards worn on the male Class A uniform?

Where are unit awards worn on the female Class A uniform?

Definition
Emblems with or without frames are worn centered with the bottom edge of the emblem 1/8 above the right breast pocket flag

 

Emblems with or without frames are worn centered on the right side of the uniform, with the bottom edge 1⁄2 inch above the top edge of the nameplate

Term
What are the dimensions of the dress uniform nameplate?
Definition
1 x 3 x 1/16 of an inch
Term

How are marksmanship badges worn on the male Class A uniform?

How are marksmanship badges worn on the female Class A uniform?

Definition
Marksmanship badges are worn on the upper portion of the left breast pocket flap, or on the lower portion of the pocket flap, if special skill badges are worn.

 

Marksmanship badges are worn on the left side, 1⁄4 inch below the bottom ribbon row, or in a similar location if ribbons are not worn. Personnel may adjust the placement of badges to conform to individual body-shape differences.

 

Term

Which direction does the belt tab on the army belt extend to on the male Class A uniform?

Which direction does the belt tab on the army belt extend to on the female Class A uniform?

Definition

The wearers left

 

The wearers right

Term
How many marksmanship badges are authorized for wear at one time on the Class A Uniform?
Definition
3
Term
What is the maximum number of clasps that can be attached to each marksmanship badge?
Definition
3
Term

How are service ribbons worn on the male Class A uniform?

 

How are service ribbons worn on the female Class A uniform?

Definition
The ribbons centered 1⁄8 inch above the left breast pocket. Ribbon mounts will remain centered above the pocket even if the top ribbon row is offset

 

The ribbons centered on the left side, with the bottom row positioned parallel to the bottom edge of the nameplate. Females may adjust the placement of the ribbons to conform to individual body-shape differences

 

Term

How is the Regimental Distinctive Insignia (RDI) worn on the male Class A Uniform?

How is the Regimental Distinctive Insignia (RDI) worn on the female Class A Uniform?

Definition
The RDI centered 1⁄8 inch above the top of the pocket flap, or 1⁄4 inch above any unit awards or foreign badges that are worn. When the coat lapel obscures the insignia, soldiers may wear the RDI aligned to the right edge of unit awards or the nameplate.

 

The RDI centered 1⁄2 inch above the nameplate, or 1⁄4 inch above any unit awards or foreign badges that are worn. When the coat lapel obscures the RDI, soldiers may wear the RDI aligned to the right edge of unit awards or the nameplate.

 

Term

How is the branch insignia worn on the male Enlisted Class A uniform?

How is the branch insignia worn on the female Enlisted Class A uniform?

Definition

 Enlisted males wear their branch insignia centered on the left collar, with the bottom of the disk approximately 1 inch above the notch, with the centerline of the insignia parallel to the inside edge of the lapel

 

 

Enlisted females wear their branch insignia on the left collar. The insignia is worn so the bottom of the disk is centered between the outside point and inside edge of the collar, approximately 5⁄8 inch up from the notch, with the centerline of the branch insignia parallel to the inside edge of the lapel.

Term

How is the U.S. insignia disk worn on the male Class A uniform?

How is the U.S. insignia disk worn on the female Class A uniform?

Definition

The bottom of the U.S. insignia disk is placed approximately 1 inch above the notch, centered on the right collar, with the centerline of the insignia parallel to the inside edge of the lapel

 

the bottom of the U.S. insignia disk is centered on the right collar, approximately 5⁄8 inch up from the collar and lapel seam, with the centerline of the insignia parallel to the inside edge of the lapel

Term
How are service stripes placed on the Class A uniform?
Definition
The service stripes are worn centered on the outside bottom half of the left sleeve on the Army green uniform coat. The service stripe is placed at an angle of 45 degrees with the lower end toward the inside seam of the sleeve, and it is placed 4 inches from the bottom of the sleeve. For each additional period of 3 years honorable service, another service stripe is added above and parallel to the first stripe, with a 1/16-inch space between stripes

 

Term
One service stripe represents how many years?
Definition
3
Term
What is the estimated lifetime of the new ACU?
Definition
6 months
Term
Explain the new digitized pattern.
Definition
The new pattern is designed to work in the three primary combat environments, -- Woodland, Desert and Urban. Though not optimized for any particular environment, it is effective in all three.

 

Term
Describe the rank and grade insignia on the ACU.
Definition
The rank and grade will be black emroidery on the digitized fabric with hook fastener, expect major and 2nd lieutenant; which will be bronze embroidery with hook fastener. The olive drab areas of the warrant officer rank will be foliage green.

 

Term
Can embroidered badges be worn on the ACU?
Definition
no
Term
Describe the Name tape / U.S. Army tape for the ACU.
Definition
The U.S. Army Tape will be black embroidery on the digitized fabric with hook fastener. The finished length will be 5 inches.

 

Term
How is the Name tape / U.S. Army tape worn on the ACU?
Definition
Immediately above and parallel with the slanted chest pocket flaps

 

Term

Describe the rank insignia dimensions used on the ACU.

Definition

Private through Colonel – 2 inches by 2 inches with hook fastener
Brigadier General and Major General – 2 inches by 2 inches overall with hook fastener
Lieutenant General – 2 inches by 3 ¼ inches with both hook and loop fasteners attached.
General Officer – ¾ inch stars point to vertex 1/8 inch apart

 

Term

Soldiers may wear up to five skill badges on the ACU. All skill badges will be worn above the U.S. Army tape in order of precedence from the wearers left. How would you wear 1,2,3,4, or and 5 skill badges?

Definition

1 Badge – Worn 1/8 inch above and centered on the U.S. Army tape.
2 Badges – Worn vertically 1/8 inch above and centered on the U.S. Army tape with ¼ inch between badges.
3 Badges - Worn vertically 1/8 inch above and centered on the U.S. Army tape with ¼ inch between badges.
4 Badges – Worn vertically and side by side in stacks of two, 1/8 inch above and centered on the U.S. Army tape, with 1.4 inch between badges vertically and ½ inch between badges horizontally.
5 Badges - Worn vertically and side by side in stacks of two, 1/8 inch above and centered on the U.S. Army tape, with 1.4 inch between badges vertically and ½ inch between badges horizontally. The 5th badge is placed ¼ inch above and centered on the top two badges.

 

Term
How will the SSI (Unit Patch) and the SSI-FWTS (Combat Patch) be worn on the ACU?
Definition
The SSI will be worn centered on the hook and loop faced pad already provided on the left sleeve of the coat.
The SSI-FWTS will be worn centered on the hook and loop faced pad already provided on the right sleeve of the coat.
Term
How will the U.S. Flag insignia be worn on the ACU?
Definition
The U.S. Flag insignia is worn on the right shoulder pocket flap of the ACU coat.

 

Term
How many skill tabs can be worn on the ACU?
Definition
3
Term
How are skill tabs worn on the ACU?
Definition
Centered on the shoulder pocket flap of the hook and loop faced pad already provided on the left shoulder of the ACU coat in order of precedence IAW AR 670-1.

 

Term
Can a Soldier wear the Black All weather coat as a raincoat with the ACU?
Definition
Yes, but only in a Garrison environment.

 

Term
What type of rank is authorized to be worn on the ACU patrol cap?
Definition
Sewn or Pin on rank.

 

Term
How is the name tape worn on the ACU Patrol Cap?
Definition
The name tape will be worn centered on the hook and loop pad on the back of the ACU Patrol Cap.

 

Term
When the ACU trouser leg is bloused, what is the maximum distance that it may extend down the boot?
Definition
The bloused trouser legs should not extend below the third eyelet from the top of the boot..

 

Term

Describe the proper process for washing the ACU.

Definition
  1. Wash in cold water and mild detergent containing NO optical brighteners or bleach.
  2. Tumble dry at low heat (not to exceed 130 degrees farenheit)
  3. Remove immediately from dryer and fold flat or place on a rustproof hanger to ensure heat from the dryer does not set wrinkles.
  4. To drip dry, remove from the washer/water and place on a rustproof hanger. Do not wring or twist.

 

Term

What are the components of the IPFU?

Definition
  1. Jacket, running, gray and black.
  2. Pants, running, black.
  3. Trunks, running, black, moisture-wicking.
  4. T-shirt, gray, short sleeve, moisture-wicking.
  5. T-shirt, gray, long sleeve, moisture-wicking.
  6. Cap, knit, black or Cap, Synthetic, Microfleece, Green

 

Term
When authorized by the Commander, may the IPFU be worn on and off post and on and off duty?
Definition
Yes, Soldiers may wear all or part of the IPFU with civilian attire off the installation, when authorized by the commander.
Term
What is the only insignia authorized for wear on the IPFU according to AR 670-1?
Definition
The Physical Fitness Badge

 

Term
How is the Physical Fitness Badge properly placed on the IPFU?
Definition
When the physical fitness badge is worn, it is sewn on the upper left front side of the IPFU T-shirt. On the IPFU running jacket, the insignia is sewn centered 1⁄2 inch above the word “Army.”

 

Term
Are Soldiers authorized to wear commercially purchased gray or black spandex shorts under the IPFU trunks?
Definition
Yes, The length of the shorts must end above the knee or higher. The commercial shorts must be plain, with no logos, patterns, or obtrusive markings. Soldiers are not required to buy the spandex shorts.

 

Term
Who are the only Soldiers authorized to wear the IPFU shirt outside of the trunks?
Definition
Pregnant Soldiers
Term
Can Commanders authorize the wear of commercial items be worn with the IPFU?
Definition
Commanders may authorize the wear of commercial running shoes, calf-length or ankle-length, plain white socks with no logos, gloves, reflective belts or vests, long underwear, and other items appropriate to the weather conditions and type of activity. If soldiers wear long underwear or other similar items, they must conceal them from view when wearing the running jacket and pants of the IPFU.
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