Posted on Feb 1, 2021
Should my NDSM have a second award device - Yes or No?
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I was awarded the National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) in 1992 during BCT. Upon arrival to my permanent duty station, I was awarded a second NDSM. I served between 11/5/1992 and 12/16/1996. Both awards were issued during my first enlistment, but I only received one DoD citation. I'm not sure why it was awarded a second time, especially without a second DoD citation and I wore an oak leaf cluster device on my NDSM during my full enlistment once I received the second award., but I'd like to know if I can wear a second award device for serving during the specified time period of war.
Posted 4 y ago
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Stars indicate subsequent awards. Only one authorized for your time of service though.
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Best source document would be your DD214 or your personnel record. I also have 2 NDSM. The AF wears a Star on the ribbon for a second award. Not sure an OLC is used by any Service for the NDSM.
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