Who qualifies for the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal?

Who qualifies for the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal?

To be awarded the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal a military service member must perform duty in a deployed status and must participate in designated anti-terrorism operation for a period of either 30 consecutive or 60 non-consecutive days of duty.

Do I qualify for the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal?

This medal was established on Dec. 4, 1961, to be awarded to members of the United States armed forces who, after July 1, 1958, have participated in a United States military operation and encountered foreign armed opposition, or were in danger of hostile action by foreign armed forces.

Are civilians eligible for the Armed Forces Service Medal?

Civilians supporting COVID-19 operations eligible for Armed Forces Civilian Service Medal. Civilian Coast Guard employees who supported COVID-19 operations may be eligible for the Armed Forces Civilian Service Medal (AFCSM).

What medals do you get for deploying to UAE?

The Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon (AFESR) is a military award of the United States Air Force which was first created in June 2003. The ribbon is awarded to any member of the Air Force who completes a standard contingency deployment.

How do you get into the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal?

Criteria. To receive the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, a military service member must have served on active duty during a designated anti-terrorism operation for a minimum 30 consecutive or 60 non-consecutive days.

Is UAE considered a combat zone?

The term “combat zone” is a general term and it includes actual combat areas, direct combat support areas, and contingency operations areas. The following countries are currently recognized as combat zones: Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, Jordan, United Arab Emirates and Yemen.

Do you get a ribbon for deployment?

The ribbon is awarded to any member of the Air Force who completes a standard contingency deployment. The regulations of the Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon define a deployment as either forty-five consecutive days or ninety non-consecutive days in a deployed status.

What medals do you get for deploying?

Global War on Terror Expeditionary Medal (GWOTEM) is authorized for SMs who deploy abroad for 30 consecutive days or for 60 nonconsecutive days in support of OFS or OIR.

Does Global War on Terrorism Service Medal qualify for protected veteran?

Any Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, whether listed here or not, is qualifying for veterans’ preference. The Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal is qualifying for veterans’ preference, provided the individual is otherwise eligible.