Awards and Decorations

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Article Number:	7CAV-R-024
Scope:	Awards and Decorations
Version:	Version 1.3
Effective Date:	23MAY20
Last Modified Date:	20FEB24
Approving Authority:	Regimental Commanding Officer
Point of Contact:	Regimental Chief of Staff

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Chapter 1: Awards and Decorations

This document describes the guidelines, processes, and policy for awards and decorations awarded to members of the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment (7CAV). It provides principles of support, standards of service, policies, tasks, rules, steps, and classifications governing all work required in the field to support the process of issuing a medal or decoration to a member in the Regiment.

Responsibilities

1. The Regimental Command Staff (Regimental Commanding Officer and Executive Officer) will serve as the senior officials on matters concerning awards and decorations, and will provide supervision of policy formulation, procedures, goals, systems, and standards.
2. The Regimental Chief of Staff (COS) or their designate will be responsible for the execution and implementation of this regulation within the Regiment. Furthermore, the COS will supervise the processes described in this document. The Regimental Commanding Officer will serve as the final approval authority for all awards and decorations.

Chapter 2: Principles and Standards

Principles of Support

The General Staff will provide a centralized process for the policies and procedures for the recommendation, approval, and processing of awards and decorations awarded to members of the 7th Cavalry Regiment.

This regulation will define:

1. The medals and decorations available to be awarded to members of the 7th Cavalry Regiment and their respective guidelines.
2. The procedures involved with making a recommendation that a member, or unit be given an award or decoration.
   1. This will include who is authorized to make a recommendation for an award or decoration.
3. The process by which an award or decoration is recorded in a member's permanent record (MILPACS).

Standards of Service

The standards of service are as follows:

1. Awards and decorations are provided to highlight the achievements of an individual member or unit.
   1. While the Regiment provides guidelines for each award or decoration available, some awards are subjective in nature. An action considered heroic or valorous by one person may not necessarily be considered so by another.
   2. The Regimental Commanding Officer will serve as the final approval authority on all awards and decorations.
   3. Any General Grade Officer or the Regimental Command Sergeant Major may award a member an award or decoration on their prerogative.
2. Any member in the 7th Cavalry may recommend another member for an award or decoration with the following exceptions:
   1. The member making the recommendation must outrank the member for whom they make the recommendation by billet. For example, a section member (Trooper) cannot make a recommendation to award his Section Leader, or anyone else above him in the Chain of Command.
   2. Recommendations must be made in person, meaning one member may not submit a recommendation on behalf of another.

Chapter 3: Policy

List of Awards

All awards and decorations available to be awarded to a member of the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment are listed in Chapter 5 through Chapter 14 of this document.

Description of Awards

The description for each award will serve as a guideline to earn the award. Some awards are subjective and approval is based on the view of the approval authority as they understand the information provided in the medal recommendation.

The Recommendation Process

1. If a member wishes to make a medal recommendation for award they must submit their recommendation in writing using the allocated forum location for that purpose and the citation templates listed below. All members can submit a medal recommendation by submitting a medal recommendation ticket on our forums.
   1. Recommendations must be detailed. They must tell the story of the incident or action being recognized as well as provide the names of any witnesses to the action being recognized. This is not the same thing as the “Citation” which will appear on the award itself, but must provide enough information for the approval authority to make an informed decision.
   2. A summary of the information provided should be crafted in the Citation to be included with the award.
   3. To this end, the citation templates below are designed to accomplish the above goals so must be used.
2. One recommendation post is made per award. If you wish to recommend 10 awards, you must make 10 recommendation posts.
   1. This does not apply to statutory awards such as Good Conduct Medals, Weapon Qualifications, and Skill Badges.
   2. Unit award recommendations should include all individuals in the unit being awarded.
   3. A single post may be made for multiple people receiving the same award for the same action or where the citation does not change.
   4. This does not apply to officially recognized medal packages, such as "Of the Quarter" and "Of the Year" award packages.

Medal Recommendation Policy

Criteria for recommending a medal:

• Write up a medal recommendation for each individual member. Unless otherwise specified above, one citation for all members is prohibited.
• Use only the provided templates below.
• In the header for the medal recommendation you should have a picture of the medal, the name of the medal, the recommendee's full rank, first name, and last name that is linked to the member's MILPACS, and optionally adding that it’s a, "Medal recommendation and not a reward". The header and recommendation must be centered.
• The recommendation section of each medal must be adhered to for approval.
• Recommendations should be as detailed as possible and without spelling or grammatical errors.
• To reduce exceedingly large citations, a "Justification" section will be required and if the citation exceeds roughly 1,500 characters in length, it may have to be shortened by the submitter for it to fit.
  • This "Justification" section is to be included with each medal recommendation to further elaborate what happened to aid the approval authority in reviewing the recommendation.

Authority on Combat Medal Recommendations

All medal recommendations must be produced by an individual who is of a higher billet and witnessed the event themselves. For official operations, S3 mission makers and temporarily made operation titles and/or billets do not supersede primary 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment billeting (see the Billets SOP for more info on billets). It is the responsibility of the operation's Officer-In-Charge (OIC) to make sure all medal recommendations are being adhered to by the author of the medal, accounted for, and produced by their authors within one week of the After Action Report (AAR) posting. For more information on AAR policy, please see After Action Reports.

Members of a lower or equal billet may recommend their superiors for combat medals under the following conditions:

• The member making the recommendation must obtain 3 independent statements from three separate members who witnessed the combat actions or event for which is the inspiration of the award recommendation.
• The operation's OIC must be willing to sign off on the recommendation, and accept the consequences should a recommendation turn out to be fraudulent.

Another member may post a medal recommendation on behalf of someone else who is of a lesser billet under the following conditions:

• They credit in the Justification portion the original author of the recommendation linking their MILPAC and declaring that they have signed off on the recommendation.
• The member posting the recommendation is to make sure to adjust the recommendation, if needed, to meet and maintain the current standards for that medal's criteria.
• The member posting the recommendation takes full responsibility for the recommendation regardless of the outcome or if the recommendation should turn out to be fraudulent.

Combat Medal Citations

Combat Medal Citations ARCOM (without Valor attachment) Awarded for distinguished contributions to any area of the Regiment. Awarded for skillful or heroic actions over an entire operation where there was no one specific instance of heroism or skill. Army Commendation Medal Rank First Last For (skillful/heroic) actions over an entire operation while serving as (combat element) in the 7th Cavalry Regiment during combat in operation (Fill in operation title here) near (some town, some map) on (Day Month Year). (In this section, describe how the trooper demonstrated exceptional skill/heroism over the entire duration of the operation in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences containing the explanation leading up to the events, the events themselves, and the outcome of the events.) (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s (skillful/heroic) actions reflect great credit upon themselves and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment. Justification: In multiple sentences, further elaborate the situation In multiple sentences, further elaborate the action of the medal In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal should be awarded ARCOM (with Valor attachment) Awarded for a single act of heroism or skill under fire. Army Commendation Medal with Valor Rank First Last For a single act of heroism and skill under enemy fire while serving as (combat element) in the 7th Cavalry Regiment during combat in operation (Fill in operation title here) near (some town, some map) on (Day Month Year). (In this section, describe how the trooper demonstrated heroism and skill in a single act during the operation in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences containing the explanation leading up to the event, the event itself, and the outcome of the event.) (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s heroism and skill reflect great credit upon themselves and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment. Justification: In multiple sentences, further elaborate the situation In multiple sentences, further elaborate the action of the medal In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal should be awarded Army Air Medal Awarded to any member of an aircrew (including pilots) for skillful or heroic actions over the entire operation where there was no one specific instance of heroism and the trooper's contribution was critical to the successful outcome of the operation. This award is the aviation equivalent to the Bronze Star without a valor device. The recipient must have survived to be eligible to receive this award (exempt for PVP operations). Army Air Medal Rank First Last For (skillful/heroic) actions over an entire operation while serving as (Air Crew specific combat element) in the 7th Cavalry Regiment during combat in operation (Fill in operation title here) near (some town, some map) on (Day Month Year). (In this section, describe how the trooper demonstrated exceptional skill/heroism over the entire duration of the operation that was critical to the successful outcome in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences containing the explanation leading up to the events, the events themselves, and the outcome of the events.) (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s (skillful/heroic) actions reflect great credit upon themselves and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment. Justification: In multiple sentences, further elaborate the situation In multiple sentences, further elaborate the action of the medal In multiple sentences, further elaborate how this medal was critical to the successful outcome of the operation In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal should be awarded and that they survived (exempt for PVP operations) Purple Heart Awarded for a single act demonstrating extraordinary heroism and skill while under enemy fire, where the recipient was killed undertaking the act. This is awarded for actions that, should the recipient have survived, would have been awarded a bronze star or above. Purple Heart Rank First Last For a single act demonstrating extraordinary heroism and skill under enemy fire while serving as (combat element) in the 7th Cavalry Regiment during combat in operation (Fill in operation title here) near (some town, some map) on (Day Month Year). (In this section, describe how the trooper demonstrated extraordinary heroism in a single act duration of the operation in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences containing the explanation leading up to the event, the event itself, and the outcome of the event.) (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s skills and heroic actions reflect great credit upon themselves and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment. Justification: In multiple sentences, further elaborate the situation In multiple sentences, further elaborate the action of the medal In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal should be awarded In multiple sentences, elaborate the manner in which they died Bronze Star Medal (without Valor attachment) Awarded for skillful or heroic actions over the entire operation where there was no one specific instance of heroism and the trooper's contribution was critical to the successful outcome of the operation (exempt for PVP operations). Bronze Star Medal Rank First Last For (skillful/heroic) actions over an entire operation while serving as (combat element) in the 7th Cavalry Regiment during combat in operation (Fill in operation title here) near (some town, some map) on (Day Month Year). (In this section, describe how the trooper demonstrated exceptional skill/heroism over the entire duration of the operation that was critical to the successful outcome in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences containing the explanation leading up to the events, the events themselves, and the outcome of the events.) (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s (skillful/heroic) actions reflect great credit upon themselves and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment. Justification: In multiple sentences, further elaborate the situation In multiple sentences, further elaborate the action of the medal In multiple sentences, further elaborate how this medal was critical to the successful outcome of the operation In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal should be awarded and that they survived (exempt for PVP operations) Bronze Star Medal (with Valor attachment) Bronze Star w/Valor is awarded for a single act demonstrating extraordinary heroism and skill while under enemy fire. The recipient must have survived to be eligible to receive this award. Bronze Star Medal With Valor Rank First Last For a single act demonstrating extraordinary heroism and skill under enemy fire while serving as (combat element) in the 7th Cavalry Regiment during combat in operation (Fill in operation title here) near (some town, some map) on (Day Month Year). (In this section, describe how the trooper demonstrated extraordinary heroism in a single act during the operation in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences containing the explanation leading up to the event, the event itself, and the outcome of the event.) (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s skills and heroic actions reflect great credit upon themselves and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment. Justification: In multiple sentences, further elaborate the situation In multiple sentences, further elaborate the action of the medal In multiple sentences, further elaborate how this medal was critical to the successful outcome of the operation In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal is superior in grade to an Army Commendation with Valor In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal should be awarded and that they survived Distinguished Flying Cross Awarded to pilots for a single act demonstrating extraordinary heroism and skill while under enemy fire. This award is the aviation equivalent of the Bronze Star with valor device. Air crew are not eligible for this award and pilots must have their flight wings. The recipient must have survived to be eligible to receive this award. Distinguished Flying Cross Rank First Last For a single act demonstrating extraordinary heroism and skill under enemy fire while serving as a (combat element) pilot in the 7th Cavalry Regiment during combat in operation (Fill in operation title here) near (some town, some map) on (Day Month Year). (In this section, describe how the trooper demonstrated extraordinary heroism in a single act duration of the operation in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences containing the explanation leading up to the event, the event itself, and the outcome of the event.) (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s skills and heroic actions reflect great credit upon themselves and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment. Justification: In multiple sentences, further elaborate the situation In multiple sentences, further elaborate the action of the medal In multiple sentences, further elaborate how this medal was critical to the successful outcome of the operation In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal is superior in grade to an Army Air Medal In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal should be awarded and that they survived Silver Star Awarded for actions demonstrating extraordinary heroism and skill, including leadership under fire while serving in an official leadership position and which were critical to the successful outcome of the mission. The recipient must have survived to be eligible to receive this award. Silver Star Rank First Last For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity under direct enemy fire while serving as (leadership element) in the 7th Cavalry Regiment during combat in operation (Fill in operation title here) near (some town, some map) on (Day Month Year). (In this section, describe how the trooper demonstrated extraordinary heroism and skill/leadership under fire in the operation in a minimum of four, professionally written sentences containing the explanation leading up to the event, two sentences of the event itself, and the outcome of the event and mission.) (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s heroism, skill and devotion to duty reflects great credit upon themselves and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment. Justification: In multiple sentences, further elaborate the situation In multiple sentences, further elaborate the action of the medal, including leadership under fire and official leadership position in the op In multiple sentences, further elaborate how this medal was critical to the successful outcome of the operation In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal is superior in grade to a Bronze Star with Valor In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal should be awarded and that they survived Distinguished Service Cross Awarded for actions, or a single act, demonstrating extraordinary heroism and skill under fire, which were unquestionably responsible for the successful outcome of the mission against a live enemy(non-Cav) force including internal player versus player matches. The recipient must have survived to be eligible to receive this award. Army Distinguished Service Cross Rank First Last For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity under direct enemy fire while serving as (combat element) in the 7th Cavalry Regiment during combat in operation (Fill in operation title here) near (some town, some map) on (Day Month Year). (In this section, describe how the trooper demonstrated extraordinary heroism and skill/leadership under fire in the operation in a minimum of five, professionally written sentences containing the explanation leading up to the event, two sentences of the event itself, two sentences about the outcome of the event.) (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s heroism, skill and devotion to duty reflects great credit upon themselves and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment. Justification: In multiple sentences, further elaborate the situation In multiple sentences, further elaborate the action of the medal In multiple sentences, further elaborate how this medal was critical to the successful outcome of the operation In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal is superior in grade to a Bronze Star with Valor In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal should be awarded and that they survived In multiple sentences, elaborate the live enemy(non-Cav) force including internal player versus player match

Authority on Service Medal Recommendations

All medal recommendations must be produced by an individual who is of a higher billet in and witnessed the event themselves. It is the responsibility of the leadership above the recommendation to make sure the recommendation is being adhered to, accounted for, and produced directly by the author of the medal.

Another member may post a medal recommendation on behalf of someone else who is of a lesser or equal billet under the following conditions:

• They credit in the Justification portion the original author of the recommendation linking their MILPAC and declaring that they have signed off on the recommendation.
• The member posting the recommendation is to make sure to adjust the recommendation, if needed, to meet and maintain the current standards for that medal's criteria.
• The member posting the recommendation takes full responsibility for the recommendation regardless of the outcome or if the recommendation should turn out to be fraudulent.

Service Medal Citations

Service Medal Citations Humanitarian Service Medal Awarded to any 7th Cavalry member that helped or aided a fellow member financially, physically, mentally, emotionally, or through games and/or computer parts. Humanitarian Service Medal Rank First Last For providing aid to (Trooper Name). (Full Rank First Name Last name) distinguished themselves by (In this section describe how they providing help or aid in a minimum of two, professionally written sentences). (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s dedication to duty and commitment is in great credit to themselves, (Trooper Name), and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment.​ Justification: Further elaborate on their help or aid to a fellow Trooper Specify how this benefits the receiving Trooper Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal Awarded to members of the 7th Cavalry that provide outstanding service to a non-combat department to which they are not assigned. Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal Rank First Last For providing outstanding service to (non-combat department). (Full Rank First Name Last name) distinguished themselves by (In this section describe their contributions in a minimum of two, professionally written sentences). (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s dedication to duty and commitment is in great credit to themselves, (non-combat department) and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment.​ Justification: Further elaborate on their outstanding service to a non-combat element Specify that they were not assigned to the non-combat element Army Achievement Medal Awarded for contributions to any area of the Regiment. Also awarded for Trooper of the Quarter. (Note: Awards for Trooper of the Quarter must be submitted by the 7th of the following quarter.) Army Achievement Medal Rank First Last For contributions in (affected area of the Cav). (Full Rank First Name Last name) distinguished themselves by (In this section describe their contributions in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences). (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s dedication to duty and commitment is in great credit to themselves, (affected area of the Cav) and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment.​ Justification: In multiple sentences further elaborate on their contributions to the Regiment In multiple sentences elaborate on why the award is justifiable Joint Service Achievement Medal For technical assistance, or assistance of a non-combat nature to an allied Unit. Joint Service Achievement Medal Rank First Last For (technical assistance/assistance of a non-combat nature) to (unit). (Full Rank First Name Last Name) distinguished themselves by (In this section describe their technical assistance/assistance of a non-combat nature in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences). (Full Rank First Name Last Name)’s dedication to duty and commitment to the Regiment is in great credit to themselves and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment.​ Justification: In multiple sentences further elaborate on their (technical assistance/assistance of a non-combat nature) to an allied Unit In multiple sentences elaborate on why the award is justifiable In multiple sentences further elaborate about the allied Unit Army Commendation Medal Awarded for distinguished contributions to any area of the Regiment. Awarded for skillful or heroic actions over an entire operation where there was no one specific instance of heroism or skill. Army Commendation Medal Rank First Last For distinguished contributions to (unit). (Full Rank First Name Last Name) distinguished themselves by (In this section describe their distinguished contributions in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences). (Full Rank First Name Last Name)’s dedication to duty and commitment to the Regiment is in great credit to themselves, (unit) and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment.​ Justification: In multiple sentences further elaborate on their distinguished contributions to unit In multiple sentences elaborate on why the award is justifiable Joint Service Commendation Medal Awarded to members of a company whose actions or contributions have directly benefited the troopers of another Company. Is recommended by the benefited Company Staff. Joint Service Commendation Medal Rank First Last For (Actions/contributions) to (company) as a member of (company). (Full Rank First Name Last Name) (distinguished/contributed) themselves by (In this section describe how the individual demonstrated their actions/contributions in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences). (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s dedication to duty and (actions/contributions) are great credit to themselves and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment.​ Justification: In multiple sentences further elaborate on their contributions to a company In multiple sentences elaborate on why the award is justifiable Clarify that this is being recommended by the benefited Company Staff Meritorious Service Medal Awarded to any member for exceptional service or contributions that significantly impact the health and morale of the unit in a positive manner. Can only be awarded once per person, in any six-month period. Meritorious Service Medal Rank First Last For (exceptionally meritorious service/contributions) to (unit). (Full Rank First Name Last Name) (distinguished/contributed) themselves by (In this section describe how the individual demonstrated their meritorious service/contributions in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences). (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s dedication to duty and (exceptionally meritorious service/contributions) are in great credit to themself and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment.​ Justification: In multiple sentences further elaborate on their exceptional meritorious service/contributions to a unit In multiple sentences elaborate on why the award is justifiable In multiple sentences elaborate how the health and morale of the unit were significantly impacted in a positive manner Defense Meritorious Service Medal Awarded for a single, significant and distinguished contribution to a secondary department by any member, whether serving in a secondary billet or not. Defense Meritorious Service Medal Rank First Last For a single, significant, and distinguished contribution to (secondary billet). (Full Rank First Name Last Name) distinguished themselves by (In this section describe how the individual demonstrated their single, significant, and distinguished contribution in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences). (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s distinguished contribution is in great credit to themselves, the (secondary billet), and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment.​ Justification: In multiple sentences further elaborate on their exceptional meritorious contribution to a support element In multiple sentences elaborate on why the award is justifiable In multiple sentences elaborate whether they were serving in the element or not Soldier’s Medal Awarded for calling a Garry Owen on behalf of the 7th Cavalry or for taking the initiative to make important decisions and/or execute plans on behalf of the Regiment that were approved belatedly and that had a significant positive outcome for the Regiment as a whole. Soldier’s Medal Rank First Last For (calling a Garry Owen on behalf of the 7th Cavalry/taking the initiative to make important decisions/execute plans on behalf of the Regiment) during (Day Month Year). (Full Rank First Name Last name) distinguished themselves by (In this section describe how the individual demonstrated their service in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences). (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s distinguished service is in great credit to themselves and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment as a whole.​ Justification: In multiple sentences elaborate the event into further detail In multiple sentences elaborate that this was approved belatedly In multiple sentences elaborate how this had significant positive outcome for the Regiment as a whole Legion of Merit Awarded to members for exceptional service in a secondary billet. Can only be awarded once per person, per year. Does not apply to secondary leadership billets. Legion of Merit Rank First Last For exceptional service in a secondary billet while serving as (role and secondary billet) during (Month Year to Month Year). (Full Rank First Name Last name) distinguished themselves by (In this section describe how the individual demonstrated their exceptional service in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences). (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s dedication to duty and commitment to their department is in great credit to themselves, the (secondary billet) and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment.​ Justification: In multiple sentences further elaborate on their exceptional service in support of their Secondary Billet In multiple sentences elaborate on why the award is justifiable Provide detailed examples of their exceptional service Specify how this does not apply to secondary leadership billets Defense Superior Service Medal Awarded to officers and non-commissioned officers for exceptionally meritorious leadership of a secondary billet over the course of one year. Applies to sub-department NCOICs and Leads also. Can also be awarded for meritorious service to the Regiment in leadership in operations over a year. Can only be awarded once per person, per year. Defense Superior Service Medal Rank First Last For exceptionally meritorious leadership of (a secondary billet/operations) while serving as (role and secondary billet) during (Month Year to Month Year). (Full Rank First Name Last Name) distinguished themselves by (In this section describe how the individual demonstrated their exceptionally meritorious leadership in a minimum of four, professionally written sentences). (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s exceptionally meritorious leadership is in great credit to themselves, the (secondary billet/Operations AO), and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment.​ Justification: In multiple sentences further elaborate on their meritorious leadership over the course of the previous year (For operations awarding, specify details about operation leadership instead of first bullet point here) In multiple sentences elaborate on why the award is justifiable Provide detailed examples of when their leadership has been exemplary and how they are committed to their troopers Army Distinguished Service Medal Awarded for distinguished service in a primary billet by any member. Can only be awarded once per person, per year. Does not apply to primary leadership billets. Army Distinguished Service Medal Rank First Last For distinguished service in a primary billet while serving as (role and element) during (Month Year to Month Year). (Full Rank First Name Last Name) distinguished themselves by (In this section describe how the individual demonstrated their distinguished service in a minimum of four, professionally written sentences). (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s distinguished service and commitment is a great credit to themselves, (element), and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment.​ Justification: In multiple sentences further elaborate on their service In multiple sentences elaborate on why the award is justifiable Specify how this does not apply to primary billet leadership Defense Distinguished Service Medal Awarded to officers and non-commissioned officers for exceptionally meritorious leadership of a primary billet over the course of one year, or being selected as Non-Commissioned Officer or Officer of the Year. Defense Distinguished Service Medal Rank First Last For exceptionally meritorious leadership of a primary billet while serving as (role and element) during (Month Year to Month Year). (Full Rank First Name Last Name) distinguished themselves by (In this section describe how the individual demonstrated their distinguished service in a minimum of four, professionally written sentences). (Full Rank First Name Last Name)'s exemplary leadership demonstrates their commitment to their troopers and reflects great credit upon themselves, (element), and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment. Justification: In multiple sentences further elaborate on their service over the course of the previous year In multiple sentences elaborate on why the award is justifiable Provide detailed examples of when their leadership has been exemplary and how they are committed to their troopers

Authority on Unit Award Recommendations

For Unit Award recommendations, please adhere to the authority for combat and service medal recommendations depending on if the Unit Award is a combat or service award, or any additional criteria for the Unit Award.

Unit Award Citations

Unit Award Citations Joint Meritorious Unit Award Awarded to squad-sized units and up that display outstanding and exceptional skill as a whole during combat operations versus an external group (PVP). Must be an official organized event. Must have won all official match(es) played. The 7th Cavalry must make up at least 75% of its team's roster. The awarded unit must be a unit per milpacs/the ADR. This award is a Silver Star equivalent and is to be used for applicable scenarios with 6 or more people. Joint Meritorious Unit Award Rank First Last For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity under direct enemy fire while serving as (combat unit) in the 7th Cavalry Regiment during combat in operation (Fill in operation title here) near (some town, some map) on (Day Month Year). (In this section, describe how the unit demonstrated extraordinary heroism and skill/leadership under fire in the operation in a minimum of four, professionally written sentences containing the explanation leading up to the event, two sentences of the event itself, and the outcome of the event and mission.) Their heroism, skill and devotion to duty reflects great credit upon themselves and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment. Justification: In multiple sentences, further elaborate the situation and how the operation was an official PVP event against an external group In multiple sentences, further elaborate the action of the medal, including leadership under fire In multiple sentences, further elaborate how this medal was critical to the successful outcome of the operation In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal is superior in grade to a Meritorious Unit Commendation/Bronze Star with Valor In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal should be awarded, that they won all official matches, and made up 75% of the team roster Army Valorous Unit Award Awarded to squad-sized units and up that display outstanding and exceptional skill as a whole during combat operations. Must have won all official match(es) played. Must be an official organized event. The awarded unit must be a unit per milpacs/the ADR. This award is a Silver Star equivalent and is to be used for applicable scenarios with 6 or more people. Army Valorous Unit Award Rank First Last For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity under direct enemy fire while serving as (combat unit) in the 7th Cavalry Regiment during combat in operation (Fill in operation title here) near (some town, some map) on (Day Month Year). (In this section, describe how the unit demonstrated extraordinary heroism and skill/leadership under fire in the operation in a minimum of four, professionally written sentences containing the explanation leading up to the event, two sentences of the event itself, and the outcome of the event and mission.) Their heroism, skill and devotion to duty reflects great credit upon themselves and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment. Justification: In multiple sentences, further elaborate the situation In multiple sentences, further elaborate the action of the medal, including leadership under fire In multiple sentences, further elaborate how this medal was critical to the successful outcome of the operation In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal is superior in grade to a Meritorious Unit Commendation In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal should be awarded and that they won all official matches Meritorious Unit Commendation Awarded to squad-sized units and up that display outstanding and exceptional skill as a whole during combat operations and competitions. Must have won all official match(es) played or the competition. Must be an official organized event. Each Battalion may recommend one per month. This award is a Bronze Star equivalent and is to be used for applicable scenarios with 6 or more people. Meritorious Unit Commendation Rank First Last For (skillful/heroic) actions over an entire operation while serving as (combat unit) in the 7th Cavalry Regiment during combat in operation (Fill in operation title here) near (some town, some map) on (Day Month Year). (In this section, describe how the unit demonstrated exceptional skill/heroism over the entire duration of the operation that was critical to the successful outcome in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences containing the explanation leading up to the events, the events themselves, and the outcome of the events.) Their (skillful/heroic) actions reflect great credit upon themselves and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment. Justification: In multiple sentences, further elaborate the situation In multiple sentences, further elaborate the action of the medal In multiple sentences, further elaborate how this medal was critical to the successful outcome of the operation In multiple sentences, elaborate why this medal should be awarded Superior Unit Award Awarded to section-level units and higher for superior performance of their duties. Can only be officially proposed by Battalion Staff / Departmental HQ or higher. The awarded unit must be a unit per milpacs/the ADR. This award is a Meritorious Service Medal equivalent. Superior Unit Award Rank First Last For (exceptionally meritorious service/contributions) to (unit). (Dept Staff / Unit Name) (distinguished/contributed) themselves by (In this section describe how the group demonstrated their meritorious service/contributions in a minimum of three, professionally written sentences). Their dedication to duty and (exceptionally meritorious service/contributions) are in great credit to themselves, (unit), and the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment. Justification: In multiple sentences further elaborate on their exceptional meritorious service/contributions to this unit In multiple sentences elaborate on why the award is justifiable In multiple sentences elaborate how the health and morale of the unit were significantly impacted in a positive manner

The Approval Process

1. Once a medal recommendation has been received it should be reviewed by S1 to insure format correctness and eligibility in regards to statutory limitations and Non-Favorable Actions (NFA).
2. Once S1 determines an award meets eligibility requirements, they will set the status of the medal recommendation's format as approved.
3. The medal recommendation will then be reviewed by an approval authority. The approval authority has 7 days to either approve or deny the recommendation.

Lifetime Achievement Medals

The Brigadier General Krazee Lifetime Achievement Medal and CSM Ronnie "Coldblud" Bussey Lifetime Achievement Medal are awarded outside the normal process for medals. A member can only ever receive one of these medals as they signify a "Lifetime" of achievement.

They are awarded solely at the discretion of the Regimental Commanding Officer.

Documentation of Awards and Decorations

1. If a recommendation is denied, appeal may be made in writing to the Regimental Commanding Officer for final disposition.
2. Once a recommendation is approved it is to be processed according to established S1 processes and procedures.

The General Staff reserves the right to make exceptions to this policy when deemed in the best interest of the 7th Cavalry Regiment as a whole. Such an exception requires the unanimous decision of the General Staff.

Medal Recommendation Submission Titles

All medal recommendation posts will be made with a standard naming convention. The general format shall be "Medal Recommendation - Department/Unit/Operation/Statutory - Medal Name (Abbreviated) - RNK.Last.F

Type of Award	Format
Department	Medal Recommendation - S1 - AFSM - CPL.Doe.J
Unit/Sub-Unit	Medal Recommendation - B/1-7 - AAM - CPL.Doe.J
Operation	Medal Recommendation - Operation Hammer - ARCOM - CPL.Doe.J
Statutory	Medal Recommendation - Statutory - CMB - CPL.Doe.J

Regimental Approval Authority

While the Regimental Chief of Staff is charged with overseeing the execution and implementation of our medal policies, the General Staff all serve as approval authorities for any medal recommendation, along with their designates. The General Staff upon unanimous approval, maintains the right to award any medal to any person for any reason (with exception of the Lifetime Achievement Medals to be solely awarded by the Regimental Commanding Officer).

Chapter 4: Purpose of Awards and Decorations

Awards and decorations are more commonly referred to as medals and ribbons. They are one of the ways we recognize service and personal accomplishment while a member of the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment. Together with other badges of rank and insignia in the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment, they are an outward display highlighting the member's achievements and contributions throughout their career.

Visual identification is something we naturally rely on, but largely take for granted. In a virtual community, this basic human ability is missing by default. We address this through forum avatars, forum signatures, and MILPACS service jackets to display each member's rank, billet, awards, and qualifications. It helps to fill the void of intuitive recognition that would otherwise be present in face to face interactions.

Medal Box Images (S1 Personnel Use Only)

Chapter 5: The 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment Military Challenge Coin

The obverse of the 7th Cavalry coin

The 7th Cavalry Regiment has an official challenge coin, often referred to unofficially as the "cav coin" or "cavalry challenge coin". Because this is a real, physical coin awarded to members, it has several special criteria and characteristics. The coin was first commissioned in 2018 by Command Sergeant Major (Retired) Jon Argus

Criteria For Awarding

• The administrators of the coin disbursement will be the General Staff. The coins will be disbursed as follows:
  • One coin per person, ever.

They are awarded for:

• To any member with 3 years cumulative service or more; or
• As spot awards for outstanding contributions to the Cav. Recommended by Chain of Command or Department OIC; or
• As competition rewards; or
• For special requests from the General Staff for one-off situations; or
• To anyone attending real-life meetups.

The coin is considered a special item, intended to provide a thank-you to members who have made a significant impact or contribution to the health and welfare of the Regiment. They will not be devalued by being distributed en-masse.

Anyone who re-enlists must serve an additional six months before being eligible to be awarded the coin. Anyone who wishes to be awarded the coin must submit their address to the Regimental Commanding Officer so that it can be mailed to them.

Chapter 6: Medals Awarded for Real Life Military Service

Currently, several medals and awards are authorized for members who have served the armed forces of their country in real life.

National Defense Service Medal

1. Have served or are serving in their nations armed forces (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force)
2. Be able to provide proof of service to the Regimental Commanding Officer

Verification methods include:

• A US Veteran can provide a copy of their DD214. (please remove SSN and Address or black it out)​
• A US Veteran or Active Duty member can use the following website to prove their service: [1]
• Other nationalities may provide whatever documentation that will positively identify their service.

Afghanistan Campaign Medal

• Provide proof of service during the campaign, in the form of the DD-214 listing deployments or equivalent form if non-US service.

Iraq Campaign Medal

• Provide proof of service during the campaign, in the form of the DD-214 listing deployments or equivalent form if non-US service.

Global War on Terrorism Medal

• Provide proof of service during the campaign, in the form of the DD-214 listing deployments or equivalent form if non-US service.

Military Service Medals - Award Criteria and Verification Procedure

This policy will provide a clear understanding on how to obtain the Military Service Medal and/or the Military Campaign Medals.

Process

If you are serving or have served in your country's armed forces and believe you are eligible for one or more of the following medals, please send a copy of your DD-214 (or equivalent discharge/service record) via the Regiment's ticket system [2]. Click "Create Ticket" and select "Military Service Awards." You only have to submit your documents once via a single ticket. Please be sure to black out any sensitive information such as Social Security Numbers and any other non-pertinent information. Any documentation you provide to us will not be kept, or stored on any 7th Cavalry system.

Members may also use the Service members Civil Relief Act Website for verification if they do not have a DD-214 to submit.

For non-US personnel, please submit equivalent documentation needed for verification.

Criteria for Awards

Below is the criteria for the range of medals awarded for real life service to their respective nation's military.

Medal Name	Image	Description
The National Defense Service Medal		Awarded to members of the 7th Cavalry who have honorably served their country's armed forces.
The Iraq Campaign Medal​		Awarded to any member of the military who performed duty in a deployed status within the borders of Iraq for a period of thirty consecutive days or sixty non-consecutive days during the Iraq War.
The Afghanistan Campaign Medal​		Awarded to any member of the military who performed duty in a deployed status within the borders of Afghanistan for a period of thirty consecutive days or sixty non-consecutive days during Operation Enduring Freedom (or equivalent ISAF/national mission)
The Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal​		Awarded to any member of the military who performed duty in a deployed status in direct support of the War on Terror for a period of thirty consecutive days or sixty non-consecutive days.

Exceptions for Military Service Medals

The Regimental Commanding Officer reserves the right to make exceptions to this policy when deemed in the best interest of the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment.

Chapter 7: Award Categories

Category	Description
Discontinued	Previously awarded and discontinued. Still appears on uniforms.
Removed	Previously awarded and discontinued. Removed from uniforms.
Service	Awarded for service or contributions to the Regiment.
Operations	Awarded for actions in game-play/operations.
Statutory	Awarded for completion of courses, time in service or meeting certain criteria, i.e. participating in # operations.

Chapter 8: Individual Medals and Ribbons

• General Staff, at their discretion, may award any medal upon this list.

Service Medals and Ribbons

INDIVIDUAL SERVICE MEDALS AND RIBBONS OF THE 7TH CAVALRY REGIMENT
Medal/Ribbon	Name	Category	Description	Approval Authority
	Medal of Honor	Not Awarded	The highest honor that can be awarded to a member of the United States armed forces. It is represented here out of respect for the award, its recipients, and its place in military history.	N/A, Not Awarded
	Brigadier General Krazee Lifetime Achievement Medal	Service	By order of the Commander only, is awarded for overall career achievements within the 7th Cavalry. This includes service to the unit in and out of combat roles. This award is exclusive to the Officer ranks, and is awarded in Honor of BG.Krazee.	Regimental Commanding Officer
	CSM Ronnie "Coldblud" Bussey Lifetime Achievement Medal	Service	By order of the Commander only, is awarded for overall career achievements within the 7th Cavalry. This includes service to the unit in and out of combat roles. This award exclusive to the NCO ranks, and is awarded in Honor of CSM.Ronnie "Coldblud" Bussey.	Regimental Commanding Officer
	Defense Distinguished Service Medal	Service	Awarded to officers and non-commissioned officers for exceptionally meritorious leadership of a primary billet over the course of one year, or being selected as Non-Commissioned Officer or Officer of the Year.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Army Distinguished Service Medal	Service	Awarded for distinguished service in a primary billet by any member. Can only be awarded once per person, per year. Does not apply to primary leadership billets.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Defense Superior Service Medal	Service	Awarded to officers and non-commissioned officers for exceptionally meritorious leadership of a secondary billet over the course of one year. Applies to sub-department NCOICs and Leads also. Can also be awarded for meritorious service to the Regiment in leadership in operations over a year. Can only be awarded once per person, per year.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Legion of Merit	Service	Awarded to members for exceptional service in a secondary billet. Can only be awarded once per person, per year. Does not apply to secondary HQ billets.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Soldier's Medal	Service	Awarded for calling a Garry Owen on behalf of the 7th Cavalry or for taking the initiative to make important decisions and/or execute plans on behalf of the Regiment that were approved belatedly and that had a significant positive outcome for the Regiment as a whole.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Defense Meritorious Service Medal	Service	Awarded for a single, significant and distinguished contribution to a secondary department by any member, whether serving in a secondary billet or not.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Meritorious Service Medal	Service	Awarded to any member for exceptional service or contributions that significantly impact the health and morale of the unit in a positive manner. Can only be awarded once per person, in any six-month period. The six-month limit does not apply to being awarded "Of the Quarter" or "Of the Year" award packages.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Joint Service Commendation Medal	Service	Awarded to members of a company whose actions or contributions have directly benefited the troopers of another Company. Is recommended by the benefitted Company Staff.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Army Commendation Medal	Service	Awarded for distinguished contributions to any area of the Regiment.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Joint Service Achievement Medal	Service	For technical assistance, or assistance of a non combat nature to an allied Unit.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Army Achievement Medal	Service	Awarded for contributions to any area of the Regiment. Also awarded for Trooper of the Quarter.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Humanitarian Service Medal	Service	Awarded to any 7th Cavalry member that helped or aided a fellow member financially, physically, mentally, emotionally, or through games and/or computer parts.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal	Service	Awarded to members of the 7th Cavalry that provide outstanding service to a non combat department to which they are not assigned.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation

Operation Medals and Ribbons

INDIVIDUAL OPERATION MEDALS AND RIBBONS OF THE 7TH CAVALRY REGIMENT
Medal/Ribbon	Name	Category	Description	Approval Authority
	Army Distinguished Service Cross	Operations	Awarded for actions, or a single act, demonstrating extraordinary heroism and skill under fire, which were unquestionably responsible for the successful outcome of the mission against a live enemy (non-Cav) force or internal player versus player matches. The recipient must have survived to be eligible to receive this award.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Silver Star	Operations	Awarded for actions demonstrating extraordinary heroism and skill, including leadership under fire while serving in an official leadership position and which were critical to the successful outcome of the mission. The recipient must have survived to be eligible to receive this award.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Distinguished Flying Cross	Operations	Awarded to pilots for a single act demonstrating extraordinary heroism and skill while under enemy fire. This award is the aviation equivalent of the Bronze Star with Valor device. Air crew are not eligible for this award and pilots must have their flight wings. The recipient must have survived to be eligible to receive this award.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Bronze Star with Valor	Operations	Awarded for a single act demonstrating extraordinary heroism and skill while under enemy fire. The recipient must have survived to be eligible to receive this award.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Bronze Star Medal	Operations	Awarded for skillful or heroic actions over the entire operation where there was no one specific instance of heroism and the trooper's contribution was critical to the successful outcome of the operation. The recipient must have survived to be eligible to receive this award (exempt for PVP operations).	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Purple Heart	Operations	Awarded for a single act demonstrating extraordinary heroism and skill while under enemy fire, where the recipient was killed undertaking the act. This is awarded for actions that, should the recipient have survived, would have been awarded a Bronze Star w/ V or above.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Army Air Medal	Operations	Awarded to any member of an aircrew (including pilots) for skillful or heroic actions over the entire operation where there was no one specific instance of heroism and the trooper's contribution was critical to the successful outcome of the operation. This award is the aviation equivalent to the Bronze Star without a valor device. The recipient must have survived to be eligible to receive this award (exempt for PVP operations).	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Army Commendation Medal With Valor	Operations	Awarded for a single act of heroism or skill under fire.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Army Commendation Medal	Operations	Awarded for skillful or heroic actions over an entire operation where there was no one specific instance of heroism or skill.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation

Statutory Medals and Ribbons

INDIVIDUAL STATUTORY MEDALS AND RIBBONS OF THE 7TH CAVALRY REGIMENT
Medal/Ribbon	Name	Category	Description	Posting Authority
	Soldier's Medal	Statutory	Awarded for calling a Garry Owen on behalf of the 7th Cavalry or for taking the initiative to make important decisions and/or execute plans on behalf of the Regiment that were approved belatedly and that had a significant positive outcome for the Regiment as a whole.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Prisoner of War Medal	Statutory	Awarded for participating in 16 hours of an official 24 hour Operation or other significant and unusual circumstances.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Army Good Conduct Medal 3rd Gold Knot	Statutory	Last award of GCM. Awarded after 10 years of total service.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Army Good Conduct Medal 2nd Gold Knot	Statutory	Awarded after 9 years of total service.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Army Good Conduct Medal 1st Gold Knot	Statutory	Awarded after 8 years of total service.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Army Good Conduct Medal 3rd Silver Knot	Statutory	Awarded after 7 years of total service.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Army Good Conduct Medal 2nd Silver Knot	Statutory	Awarded after 6 years of total service.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Army Good Conduct Medal 1st Silver Knot	Statutory	Awarded after 5 years of total service.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Army Good Conduct Medal 3rd Bronze Knot	Statutory	Awarded after 4 years of total service.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Army Good Conduct Medal 2nd Bronze Knot	Statutory	Awarded after 3 years of total service.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Army Good Conduct Medal 1st Bronze Knot	Statutory	Awarded after 2 years of total service.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Army Good Conduct Medal First Award	Statutory	Awarded after 1 year of total service.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal	Statutory	Awarded for team participation in a league operation against live enemies. Can only be awarded once per season.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Afghanistan Campaign Medal	Statutory	Awarded to members of the Regiment who have served their country's Armed Forces in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.	Regimental Commanding Officer
	Iraq Campaign Medal	Statutory	Awarded to members that have served in Iraq during the present conflict.	Regimental Commanding Officer
	Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal	Statutory	Awarded to members of the 7th Cavalry who have been deployed and participate in a designated anti-terrorism operation for a period of either 30 consecutive or 60 non-consecutive days of duty.	Regimental Commanding Officer
	National Defense Service Medal	Statutory	Awarded to members of the 7th Cavalry who have served their country's armed forces honorably.	Regimental Commanding Officer
	Armed Forces Service Medal	Statutory	Awarded to members of the 7th Cavalry that are assigned to secondary billets in addition to their primary billet for every consecutive year assigned to a billet. Awarded for each secondary department (not sub-department), per person, per 12 consecutive months of service. Capped at 11 awards.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Donation Ribbon	Statutory	Awarded to a member that donates at least five dollars to the 7th Cavalry Cause or to pay for other essential services or software. May only be awarded once per month to a single member.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	7th Cavalry Server Upgrade Award	Statutory	Awarded to 7th Cavalry members that made a financial contribution to Unique Donation Drives that directly benefit the Regimental Servers. This includes New, Upgraded, and Exisiting servers, A Silver Star Device denotes a total contribution of $50 or more, a Gold Star Device denotes $100.00 or more.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	StackUp Donation Medal w/Gold Knot	Statutory	Awarded to 7th Cavalry members that made a financial contribution in support of the StackUp.Org Veteran's Day fundraising drive. Awarded for a donation of $200+.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	StackUp Donation Medal w/Silver Knot	Statutory	Awarded to 7th Cavalry members that made a financial contribution in support of the StackUp.Org Veteran's Day fundraising drive. Awarded for a donation of $100-$199.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	StackUp Donation Medal w/Bronze Knot	Statutory	Awarded to 7th Cavalry members that made a financial contribution in support of the StackUp.Org Veteran's Day fundraising drive. Awarded for a donation of $50-$99.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	StackUp Donation Medal	Statutory	Awarded to 7th Cavalry members that made a financial contribution in support of the StackUp.Org Veteran's Day fundraising drive. Awarded for a donation of $20-$49.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	NCO Professional Development Ribbon	Statutory	Awarded each time a member is promoted from sergeant and above with numeral device. Numeral indicates highest NCO rank ever attained.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Honor Graduate Ribbon	Statutory	Awarded to a member for completion of various courses as the Honor Graduate.	General Staff RTC HQ NCOA HQ By Delegation
	Army Service Ribbon	Statutory	Awarded after successful graduation from the 7th Cavalry Regiment Recruit Training Command.	General Staff RTC HQ
	United Nations Service Medal	Statutory	Awarded to a trooper who participates in 3 or more operations during a campaign. Capped at 11 awards.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Overseas Service Ribbon	Statutory	Awarded to a member that participates in operations in the Arma 3 Area of Operations. First awarded for the completion of five operations. Awarded from 16 June 2018.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	DCS Service Ribbon	Statutory	Awarded to a member that participates in operations in the DCS Area of Operations. First awarded for the completion of five operations. Awarded from 09 November 2022.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Squad Service Ribbon	Statutory	Awarded to a member that participates in operations in the Squad Area of Operations. First awarded for the completion of five operations. Awarded from 16 June 2018.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Hell Let Loose Service Ribbon	Statutory	Awarded to a member that participates in operations in the Hell Let Loose Area of Operations. First awarded for the completion of five operations. Awarded from 7 July 2019.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Hell Let Loose Console Service Ribbon	Statutory	Awarded to a member that participates in operations in the Hell Let Loose Console Area of Operations. First awarded for the completion of five operations. Awarded from July 2023.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Recruiting Service Ribbon	Statutory	Awarded for every 2 members that are recruited and graduate boot camp.	General Staff ROO/RRD HQ
	D-Day Commemorative Medal	Statutory	Awarded to members who participate in any D-Day Operations on the Anniversary. (any game operations) Awarded one time.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Sniper Medal	Statutory	Awarded upon completion of the 7th Cavalry Sniper Course.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation
	Basic Assault Course Ribbon	Statutory	The Basic Assault Course Ribbon is awarded once to all those that graduate either Squad's Basic Assault and Movement Course (BAMC) or Hell Let Loose's Basic Infantry Combat Training (BICT).	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation S1 HQ By Delegation

Chapter 9: Unit Awards

UNIT CITATIONS OF THE 7TH CAVALRY REGIMENT
Ribbon/Award	Name	Category	Description	Approval Authority
	Presidential Unit Citation	Statutory	Awarded to the 7th Cavalry Regiment for distinguished and heroic actions during combat operations as a Unit against hostile forces. All troopers receive this award upon graduating from the Recruit Training Command.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Joint Meritorious Unit Award	Operations	Awarded to squad-sized units and up that display outstanding and exceptional skill as a whole during combat operations versus an external group (PVP). Must be an official organized event. Must have won all official match(es) played. The 7th Cavalry must make up at least 75% of its teams roster. The awarded unit must be a unit per milpacs/the ADR. This award is a Silver Star equivalent and is to be used for applicable scenarios with 6 or more people.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Army Valorous Unit Award	Operations	Awarded to squad-sized units and up that display outstanding and exceptional skill as a whole during combat operations. Must have won all official match(es) played. Must be an official organized event. The awarded unit must be a unit per milpacs/the ADR. This award is a Silver Star equivalent and is to be used for applicable scenarios with 6 or more people.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Meritorious Unit Commendation	Operations	Awarded to squad-sized units and up that display outstanding and exceptional skill as a whole during combat operations and competitions. Must have won all official match(es) played or the competition. Must be an official organized event. Each Battalion may recommend one per month. This award is a Bronze Star equivalent and is to be used for applicable scenarios with 6 or more people.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Superior Unit Award	Service	Awarded to section-level units and higher for superior performance of their duties. Can only be officially proposed by Battalion Staff / Departmental HQ or higher. The awarded unit must be a unit per milpacs/the ADR. This award is a Meritorious Service Medal equivalent.	General Staff Aide to the Chief of Staff Delegation
	Black Ops Unit Citation	Service/Operations	Awarded by General Staff to members who have performed actions on behalf of the Regiment either in a secondary billet or Operation. (This medal can only be awarded if the actions are unanimously agreed upon by General Staff.)	General Staff

Chapter 10: Special Skill Group 1 Awards

COMBAT INFANTRY BADGES
Ribbon/Award	Name	Category	Description
	Combat Infantry Badge 4	Statutory	Awarded for participation in combat operations after 20 operations in any area of operation.
	Combat Infantry Badge 3	Statutory	Awarded for participation in combat operations after 15 operations in any area of operation.
	Combat Infantry Badge 2	Statutory	Awarded for participation in combat operations after 10 operations in any area of operation.
	Combat Infantry Badge	Statutory	Awarded for participation in combat operations after 5 operations in any area of operation.
	Expert Infantry Badge	Statutory	Awarded for participation in combat operations after 1 operation in any area of operation.

Chapter 11: Special Skill Group 2 Awards

MEDICAL QUALIFICATION BADGES
Ribbon/Award	Name	Category	Description
	Combat Medical Badge	Statutory	Awarded for sustained actions in combat while assigned as a combat medic. Must have Expert Field Medical Badge to qualify.
	Expert Field Medical Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the game's Combat Medic Course.

Chapter 12: Special Skill Group 3 Awards

FLIGHT AND EOD QUALIFICATION BADGES
Ribbon/Award	Name	Category	Description
	Master Aviator Badge	Statutory	Current member of an aviation MOS unit as primary billet at the time of award. 6 months since award of Senior Aviator Badge. Qualified instructor of ground school, basic flight, and advanced flight. 16 operational sorties, and 8 operational sorties as a flight lead.
	Senior Aviator Badge	Statutory	Must have completed Advanced course in their specialty (Rotary or Fixed-Wing), completing 8 operational sorties, and 4 operational sorties as a flight lead.
	Army Aviator Badge	Statutory	Awarded upon successful completion of Arma 3 Advanced Flight Qualification Evaluation (Rotary or Fixed-Wing), Squad Basic Rotary Wing course, or for DCS completion of the ITW Ground School Evaluation while holding a rank of PFC or above.
	Master Aircrew Badge	Statutory	Must have the Senior Aircrew Badge and have learned to instruct and Instructed all phases of the Aircrew Course, up to and including the Crew Chief Course in an official capacity.
	Senior Aircrew Badge	Statutory	Must be a rated Crew Chief with 10 operations performed as Crew Chief or 6 months as a rated Crew Chief.
	Aircrew Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the Basic Rotary Aircrew Course.
	Flight Medic Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the Arma 3 Advanced Care Course.
	Master EOD Badge	Statutory	Qualified as an EOD instructor in their game.
	Senior EOD Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of a game's Advanced Explosive Ordnance Disposal Course.
	Basic EOD Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of a game's Basic Explosive Ordnance Disposal Course.

Chapter 13: Special Skill Group 4 Awards

SPECIALTY QUALIFICATION BADGES
Ribbon/Award	Name	Category	Description
	Ranger Tab	Statutory	Awarded for completing Ranger training and selection.
	Sapper Tab	Statutory	Awarded for completing Sapper training and selection.
	Master Gunner Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the Arma 3 Tank Commander Course or the Arma 3 Infantry Fighting Vehicle Commander Course.
	Air Assault Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the Air Assault Course.
	Master Forward Air Controller Badge	Statutory	Awarded to fully qualified instructors of the Forward Air Controller Course.
	Forward Air Controller Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the Forward Air Controller Course and Evaluation.
	Master Parachutist Badge	Statutory	Awarded to fully qualified instructors of the Basic Airborne and Jumpmaster course. Up to 5 combat jump stars can be awarded.
	Senior Parachutist Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the Arma 3 Jumpmaster Course.Up to 5 combat jump stars can be awarded.
	Basic Parachutist Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the Basic Airborne Course. Up to 5 combat jump stars can be awarded.
	Master MFFP Badge	Statutory	Awarded to fully qualified instructors of the Military Freefall Parachutist Course. Up to 5 combat jump stars can be awarded.
	Basic MFFP Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the Arma 3 Military Freefall Parachutist Course. Up to 5 combat jump stars can be awarded.
	Cavalry Spurs	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the Arma 3 Cavalry Scout Course - Day 2, and all Cavalry Spur class pre-requisites.

Chapter 14: Other Awards

OTHER QUALIFICATION BADGES
Ribbon/Award	Name	Category	Description
	Drill Instructor Badge	Statutory	Awarded to Drill Instructors In-Training who have completed all Drill Instructor requirements.
	Senior Instructor Badge	Statutory	Awarded to instructors who teach 15 or more classes.
	Master Instructor Badge	Statutory	Awarded to instructors who teach 25 or more classes.
	Gold Recruiter Badge	Statutory	Awarded to RRD Personnel who have recruited 20 recruits who have graduated boot camp OR to RRD Staff who have held positions within the department ranking AO LEAD or Higher for 6 months consecutively OR to RRD Personnel who have served the department at any capacity for 12 months consecutively.
	Senior Recruiter Badge	Statutory	Awarded to RRD Personnel who have recruited 30 Recruits who have graduated boot camp OR to RRD Staff who have held Positions of AO LEAD or Higher for 12 months consecutively.
	Master Recruiter Badge	Statutory	Awarded to RRD Personnel who have recruited 50 Recruits who have graduated boot camp.
	Senior Mission Controller Badge	Statutory	Awarded to S3 personnel who act as Mission Controller for 5 or more official S3 operations. Awarded from 06 January 2024.
	Master Mission Controller Badge	Statutory	Awarded to S3 personnel who act as Mission Controller for 10 or more official S3 operations. Awarded from 06 January 2024.
	Rifle Qualification Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the weapons qualification course using a standard Rifle. Expert/Sharpshooter/Marksman.
	Grenade Qualification Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the weapons qualification course using grenades. Expert/Sharpshooter/Marksman.
	M-203 Qualification Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the weapons qualification course using a grenade launcher. Expert/Sharpshooter/Marksman.
	Machine Gun Qualification Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the weapons qualification course using a machine gun. Expert/Sharpshooter/Marksman.
	Recoilless Qualification Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the weapons qualification course using an anti-tank launcher. Expert/Sharpshooter/Marksman.
	Pistol Qualification Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the weapons qualification course using a pistol. Expert/Sharpshooter/Marksman.
	Aeroweapons Qualification Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the weapons qualification course using the M134 Minigun. Expert/Sharpshooter/Marksman.
	Tank Qualification Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the weapons qualification course using Tank Weapon Systems. Expert/Sharpshooter/Marksman.
	Hydra Qualification Badge	Statutory	Awarded for completion of the weapons qualification course using Hydra Weapon Systems. Expert/Sharpshooter/Marksman.

Chapter 15: Discontinued Awards

DISCONTINUED MEDALS/RIBBONS/BADGES
Ribbon/Award	Name	Category	Description
	Special Forces Tab	Discontinued	Awarded upon selection to the Special Forces Unit of the 7th Cavalry.
	Knife the General	Discontinued	Awarded upon successfully knifing a General in a designated operation.
	Best Ranger	Statutory	Awarded to the top scoring Ranger in the annual Best Ranger Competition.
	Ranger Selection Ribbon	Discontinued	Awarded to members that have instructed Ranger Selection.
	American Defense Medal	Removed	Awarded for every year of service.
	Re-enlistment Ribbon	Removed	For former members of the 7th Cavalry that had at least 1 year Time in Service at the time of their Discharge who reenlist after having been discharged/retired for at least 6 months.
	Cadre Course Ribbon	Discontinued	Awarded for the completion of the 7th Cavalry Cadre Training Course.
	Women's Army Corps Medal	Discontinued	Awarded to all female members of the 7th Cavalry Regiment upon reaching the rank of Private First Class.
	LRRP Tab	Discontinued	Awarded for completing ACV Long-Range Reconnaissance Patrol training and selection.
	D-Day Participation Ribbon	Discontinued	Awarded for the participation of the 7th Cavalry D-Day Operations in 2010.
	Pathfinder Badge	Discontinued	Awarded for completing Pathfinder training and selection.
	Cavalry Centurion Medal	Discontinued	Awarded to a member that participates in one-hundred total operations. Multiple awards are possible.
	Vietnam Service Ribbon	Removed	Awarded to a member that participated in five operations in the Vietnam Area of Operations. Awarded from 16 June 2018.
	Ready or Not Service Ribbon	Discontinued	Awarded to a member that participates in five operations in the Ready or Not Area of Operations. Awarded from 09 November 2022.
	World War II Service Ribbon	Discontinued	Awarded to a member that participates in five operations in the Post Scriptum Area of Operations. Awarded from 16 June 2018.

Chapter 16: Order of Precedence

Below is the order of precedence of all Individual Medals & Ribbons.

Ribbon/Award	Name
	Medal of Honor
	Brigadier General Krazee Lifetime Achievement Medal
	CSM Ronnie "Coldblud" Bussey Lifetime Achievement Medal
	Army Distinguished Service Cross
	Defense Distinguished Service Medal
	Army Distinguished Service Medal
	Silver Star
	Defense Superior Service Medal
	Legion of Merit
	Distinguished Flying Cross
	Soldier's Medal
	Bronze Star with Valor
	Bronze Star Medal
	Purple Heart
	Defense Meritorious Service Medal
	Meritorious Service Medal
	Army Air Medal
	Joint Service Commendation Medal
	Army Commendation Medal With Valor
	Army Commendation Medal
	Joint Service Achievement Medal
	Army Achievement Medal
	Prisoner of War Medal
	Army Good Conduct Medal 3rd Gold Knot
	Army Good Conduct Medal 2nd Gold Knot
	Army Good Conduct Medal 1st Gold Knot
	Army Good Conduct Medal 3rd Silver Knot
	Army Good Conduct Medal 2nd Silver Knot
	Army Good Conduct Medal 1st Silver Knot
	Army Good Conduct Medal 3rd Bronze Knot
	Army Good Conduct Medal 2nd Bronze Knot
	Army Good Conduct Medal 1st Bronze Knot
	Army Good Conduct Medal First Award
	Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
	Afghanistan Campaign Medal
	Iraq Campaign Medal
	Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
	National Defense Service Medal
	Armed Forces Service Medal
	Humanitarian Service Medal
	Donation Ribbon
	7th Cavalry Server Upgrade Award
	StackUp Donation Medal w/Gold Knot
	StackUp Donation Medal w/Silver Knot
	StackUp Donation Medal w/Bronze Knot
	StackUp Donation Medal
	Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
	NCO Professional Development Ribbon
	Honor Graduate Ribbon
	Army Service Ribbon
	United Nations Service Medal
	Overseas Service Ribbon
	DCS Service Ribbon
	Squad Service Ribbon
	World War II Service Ribbon
	Hell Let Loose Service Ribbon
	Recruiting Service Ribbon
	D-Day Commemorative Medal
	Sniper Medal
	Basic Assault Course Ribbon

Chapter 17: "Of the Quarter" Awards

Each Battalion will reward the performance of enlisted, NCO's, and officers with an "of the Quarter" award system based on merit and service within the past quarter. At the end of every quarter, the selection for service awards are proposed and approved by the appropriate authorities which are detailed below.

At each level, staff may choose appropriate members to be the recipient of an award. A higher level of staff does not need to choose from the pool of already selected recipients. All those within the Battalion are eligible at the discretion of the appropriate level of staff selecting them. An enlisted member is defined as any member at the ranks of PVT (E-2) to SPC (E-4), regardless of billet. A non-commissioned officer (NCO) is defined as any member over the rank of CPL (E-4)/WO1 (W-1) to SGM (E-9)/CW5 (W-5), regardless of billet. An officer is defined as any member over the rank of 2LT (O-1).

Platoon Level

Platoon Staff may select one enlisted to be awarded from within their platoon. Their selection must be passed on to Company Staff.

Company Level

Company Staff may select one enlisted and one NCO to be awarded. Both their selection and platoons' selection must be passed on to Battalion Staff.

Battalion Level

Battalion Staff may select one enlisted, NCO, and officer to be awarded. Battalion Staff is responsible for the approval and posting of ALL awards within the Battalion before the end of the first week of the new quarter.

Raising Awards

If they so desire, Company or Battalion Staff may choose an already selected recipient. By doing this they elevate the award that is being given to the recipient to the level of staff awarding them.

Procedure

All award proposals should be submitted to Battalion Staff via forum PM within the final week of the quarter. By the end of the first week in the new quarter, all awards must be approved and posted by Battalion Staff in one medal package as a medal recommendation ticket. Awards at the end of the year may have a different deadline due to Furlough.

"Of the Quarter" Awards

Level	Award
Platoon	Army Achievement Medal
Company	Army Commendation Medal
Battalion	Meritorious Service Medal

Chapter 18: "Of the Year" Awards

Each Battalion will reward the performance of an enlisted, NCO, and officer with an "Of the Year" award system based on merit and service within the past year. General Staff will do the same at the Regimental level for combat line billets. Secondary and Support Departments will reward the performance of a clerk (or equivalent) and a leadership staff member (Leads and higher) also based on merit and service within the past year. At the end of every year, the selection for service awards are proposed and approved by the appropriate authorities which are detailed below. At each level, staff may choose members to be the recipient of an award within the scope of their command and that are eligible. If applicable, a higher level of staff does not need to choose from the pool of already selected recipients.

Limitations of Service

Any member being recommended for an “of the Year” award must have served a minimum of 6 months consecutive service in that Combat Line Unit or Department to be eligible. If a member being recommended for an "of the Year" award does not meet the 6 month minimum, exceptions on service time can be recommended by the appropriate Battalion Staff or Departmental HQ and brought to the Regimental Chief of Staff or their designates for review and waived at their discretion.

Battalion Level

Battalion Staff may select one enlisted, NCO, and officer within the scope of their command, with ultimate decision making authority with the Battalion Commanding Officer. An enlisted member is defined as any member at the ranks of PVT (E-2) to SPC (E-4), regardless of billet. A non-commissioned officer (NCO) is defined as any member at the rank of CPL (E-4)/WO1 (W-1) to SGM (E-9)/CW5 (W-5), regardless of billet. An officer is defined as any member over the rank of 2LT (O-1). Battalion Staff are responsible for posting their three “of the Year” recommendations two weeks before the start of Furlough.

Departmental Level

Support and Secondary Department HQ’s (1IC & 2IC) may select one clerk level (or equivalent) and one staff level (Leads or higher) to be awarded within the scope of their command, with ultimate decision making authority with the Departmental 1IC. Departmental HQ or higher is responsible for posting their two “of the Year” recommendations two weeks before the start of Furlough.

Regimental Level

General Staff may select one enlisted, NCO, and officer to be awarded from any primary billet in the Regiment. General Staff is responsible for the approval and posting of these medals. If they so desire, General Staff may choose an already selected recipient. By doing this they elevate the award to the Regimental level. If this is done the appropriate lower level staff can backfill the previous award with a new recipient.

Procedure

Two weeks prior to Furlough, all awards must be posted by the appropriate Battalion Staff and Departmental HQ in one medal package as a medal recommendation ticket for approval by the appropriate Regimental authority. Failure to meet this deadline may result in appropriate disciplinary action. At their discretion, Battalion Staff and Departmental HQ staff may award additional medals as they see fit, based on merit and current medal criteria in separate medal recommendation posts. The intent of this is to ensure separation for “of the Year” recipients and distinguish them from all other medal recommendations.

Template

Please submit all "of the Year" medal recommendations by replacing the first sentence of the appropriate medal's template with, "For being awarded UNIT NAME/DEPARTMENT's ENLISTED/NCO/OFFICER/CLERK/STAFF of the Year in YEAR." Example: For being awarded 2-7 Battalion's Officer of the Year in 2024.

"Of the Year" Battalion Awards

Level	Award
Battalion (Enlisted)	Army Distinguished Service Medal
Battalion (Officer/NCO)	Defense Distinguished Service Medal

“Of the Year” Departmental Awards

Level	Award
Clerk (or equivalent)	Legion of Merit
Staff (Leads and above)	Defense Superior Service Medal

"Of the Year" Regimental Awards

Level	Award
Regiment (Enlisted)	Army Distinguished Service Medal
Regiment (Officer/NCO)	Defense Distinguished Service Medal