What is the Outstanding cadet ribbon?

What is the Outstanding cadet ribbon?

Academic performance: nominee must be in good academic standing in all high school course work, significant self-improvement, community involvement and other accomplishments. Outstanding Cadet Ribbon: Is a ribbon awarded annually to the outstanding first-year, second-year, third-year, and fourth-year cadets.

What is the difference between medals and ribbons?

The difference between a ribbon and a medal is merely technical. A ribbon is worn on the everyday uniform, while medals are reserved for formal occasions. They both refer to the same award. Traditionally, the military rewards jobs-well-done with better or faster promotions.

What is the Distinguished cadet ribbon?

(N-3-2) Awarded annually to cadets who consistently present an outstanding appearance. demonstrated an exceptionally high degree of leadership, academic achievement, and performance of duty.

What is the maximum bulk allowable for female cadet hair?

The bulk of the hair will not exceed 1 ¼ inches on the top of the head. Hair will be groomed to follow the contours of the head, having a tapered appearance and will not touch the ears or collar.

Can you wear Jrotc ribbons?

7.6. 7. AFJROTC cadets are not authorized to wear ribbons/medals earned/issued from the United States Army, United States Navy, or United States Marine Corps AFJROTC programs unless they were previously enrolled in a sister service JROTC program.

Why do American soldiers have so many medals?

A large number of service awards (for “time served”) were introduced following the Second World War, which increased the number of medals servicemen could expect to receive. The Vietnam War brought about the use of military bravery medals as a means of raising force morale.

Where do medals go on a cadet’s uniform?

If a ribbon or medal is earned more than once, a device is placed on the ribbon to show the number of times a cadet has earned an award. Each set of ribbons will be worn 1/4 of an inch above the wearers left Breast pocket of the appropriate uniform and each medal will be worn 1/4 of an inch below Ribbons.

What does a NJROTC ribbon and medal mean?

Ribbons and medals display what a cadet in the NJROTC program has achieved. Each ribbon has different meanings and different ways of being earned. If a ribbon or medal is earned more than once, a device is placed on the ribbon to show the number of times a cadet has earned an award.

Who are the sponsors of the cadet awards?

These awards recognize meritorious performance in the areas of military, scholastic, physical and personal achievement. The awards are sponsored by the Army, national and local societies, organizations, businesses and by private individuals.

Where can I buy military ribbons and medals?

Vanguard Industries offers a complete line of Military Ribbons, Medals and Accessories. Please, click on the ribbon for award details and related products. Most Ribbons & Medals orders are processed in California.