When you ETSD were you awarded the NDSM?

SPC Richard White — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 05:00:20 -0400

Response by SFC Mark Merino made Aug 13 at 2014 5:50 AM

SFC Mark Merino — Wed, 13 Aug 2014 05:50:43 -0400

Could you clarify?

Response by SGM Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 28 at 2014 7:17 PM

SGM Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 19:17:40 -0400

Service medals usually are line entries without orders. Soldiers who are eligible should ensure the line entry is listed according to their applicable service. Medals are then issued (seldom awarded). In my unit, we'd personally present them whenever possible in formation or simply show up unexpectedly and do it. Same for Good Conduct medal. Some of them such as Good Conduct also have a certificate.