How do you wear ribbons and medals?
Wear official medals on the left, using a metal bar.
- The center of the holding bar should be parallel to the ground.
- The most senior medal should be on the right side of the bar in the position furthest away from the left shoulder.
- Commemorative or nonofficial awards, when worn, should be placed on the right side.
Can you wear the ribbons and the medals on the uniform at the same time?
The use of large medals and badges is reserved for daytime attire, but ensure not to wear large medals and ribbons at the same time. The exception is the wear of unit ribbons on the right side on the Army uniform. When wearing civilian attire, ensure you comply with the same rules as if you were in uniform.
In what order are the ribbons placed on the uniform?
Ribbons are placed left to right in order of precedence, and as you build your rack make sure it looks identical to the one online. This will ensure each ribbon is in its proper place and is not out of order.
When wearing your ribbons you wear them in order of precedence from?
6-21. The arrangement of ribbons is in the order of precedence in rows from top down inboard to outboard within rows. A minimum of three ribbons is worn by those possessing three or more; all ribbons may be worn, if desired. If only one row of ribbons is worn, it shall consist of the three senior ribbons.
Which side do you wear medals on?
If wearing your own medals, they should be worn on the left hand side of your chest over your heart. If wearing someone else medals they should be worn on the right hand side.
Can I wear my dad’s medals?
When is OK to wear my relatives medals? War medals and service decorations of any sort may be worn only by the person upon whom they were conferred, and in no case does the right to wear war or service medals, or their ribbons, pass to any relative when the recipient is dead.
What side do ribbons go on NSU?
Navy Service Uniform Male
| Name Tag | Centered 1/4 inches above the Right breast pocket |
|---|---|
| Rank ( Cap/Cover) | 2 inches back and 1 1/2 inches from the base of the cap on the Left side |
| Ribbons | Centered 1/4 inches above the Left breast pocket |
| Devices | Centered on ribbon |
| Service Stars | Centered 1/4 inches above ribbons |
How do I find out what medals and ribbons I rate?
Individuals can request information on military service medals, decorations and awards online: https://www.archives.gov/personnel-records-center/awards-and-decorations.
How are medals positioned on the female uniform?
Name Tag: The female nameplate should be placed 1 to 2 inches above the top exposed button of the coat and centered horizontally on the wearer’s right side. Badges and medals are placed 1/8 inch below the ribbons.
Wear of Full Size Decorations & Navy Service Medals Align bottom row same as ribbon bars. All rows may contain maximum of 3 medals side by side or up to 5 overlapping. Overlapping is proportional with inboard medal showing in full. Mount medals so they cover suspension ribbon of the medal below.
Can I wear my medals on civilian clothing?
It is permissible for veterans and retirees to wear military awards on civilian clothes for gatherings of a military theme. Retirees and veterans can wear all categories of medals on appropriate civilian clothing. This includes clothes designed for veteran and patriotic organizations.
