The Good Conduct Medal is a U.S. military award associated with sustained enlisted service that meets defined conduct and performance standards. Versions of the award exist across multiple service branches, and ribbon designs vary by branch. Eligibility requirements are established through official directives and service-specific regulations. This article covers the medal’s history, general eligibility concepts, … Read more
The Overseas Service Ribbon has an important place on the uniform of every branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. It represents, as the name implies, the completion of overseas duty of military service. Therefore, recipients are awarded a military ribbon to designate duty outside the borders of the United States. Learn more about the Overseas … Read more
There are many interesting aspects of a U.S. Coast Guard uniform, including the ribbons attached to it. Service ribbons often replace the actual medal when it’s not practical to wear it directly on the uniform. As a result, USCG ribbons offer a quick and resourceful guide to the experience, accomplishments, and reputation of the service … Read more
Selling leave is one of the most common questions service members ask when they are preparing to separate or retire. Instead of using all your accrued leave days, you can choose to sell some of them back and receive a cash payout. It sounds simple, but there are strict limits, tax implications, and timing rules … Read more
Families eagerly prepare for the Coast Guard boot camp graduation ceremony the proud milestone celebrating a recruit’s completion of eight weeks of intense training. Graduations take place at Training Center Cape May New Jersey typically on Fridays at 11:00 AM with indoor ceremonies in the William R. Flores Gymnasium during the winter season October to … Read more