The medal at the left of the bar should be placed first and the remainder of the ribbons placed so that they overlap equally the medal on the right, or senior medal, being in full view. When mounting medals in this manner, it is not possible to bring the ribbon back through the slot in the bar.
How do you organize Army medals?
Arrange the medals in straight columns and rows, in order of level. The space between each should be at least 1 inch, but is best judged by the size of the shadow box. The medals should be placed evenly in the shadow box, with either equal or more space on the top and sides.
What are the military medals in order?
- Army Distinguished Service Cross.
- Navy Cross.
- Air Force Cross.
- Coast Guard Auxiliary Distinguished Service Ribbon.
- Department of Defense Distinguished Service.
- Army Distinguished Service.
- Navy Distinguished Service.
- Air Force Distinguished Service.
What are the top 10 Army medals?
- The Medal of Honor. The Medal of Honor is the highest military honor presented for valor.
- The Distinguished Service Cross, the Navy Cross and the Air Force Cross.
- Distinguished Flying Cross.
- The Bronze Star.
- The Purple Heart.
What is the ranking of army medals?
Order Decoration Name
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1 Medal of Honor
2 Distinguished Service Cross (Army)
3 Navy Cross
4 Air Force Cross