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Many of these awards are presented together with the relative certificates and/or promotions but most are recommended by or requested to the commanding officer of the eligible awardee. The use of the award ribbons and/or medals with authorized uniforms is optional, but recommended. Unless specified, devices are not added to the awards, even if that is not explicitly mentioned in the awards USN Third Fleet SL criteria.. All the awards must be justified by documented actions, even if the award USN Third Fleet SL criteria does not explicitly include that requirement.
About the awards:
Note that the USN Third Fleet SL criteria for these awards is adapted to Second Life service and the military careers of the awardees in that context. Some have approximate meaning and/or reason and some have completely adjusted criteria to fit said context. In case the awardee has a documented context parallel to and intimately connected to his or her Second Life naval career, equivalence is granted - such as in the case of service with United States based military groups recognized by the USN Third Fleet SL, like long established and reputable groups in the same timeline, as long as prior to USN Third Fleet SL service, or WW2 timeline (Virtual United States Coast Guard (before VCG), WW2 USN groups, Second Life Coast Guard, Seychelles Isles Coast Guard, American Volunteer Group, Bastogne region WW2 groups, among others). This is also valid for the application of devices on the medal cloth and ribbon. Next to each award is a summary of the real life award's criteria.
THESE MEDALS AND AWARDS ARE SIMILAR TO THE ONES USED IN REAL LIFE BUT THEY DO NOT PRETEND TO BE MEDALS AND AWARDS EARNED BY THE BEARERS IN REAL LIFE, JUST LIKE THE RANKS USED IN SECOND LIFE HAVE NO CORRESPONDENCE TO REAL LIFE SERVICE.
Medal of Honor [MH]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
None. This medal is not awarded in Second Life as it is awarded in real life by the Congress of the United States. It is represented here as a reminder of the highest award bestowed upon a real life navy service member, and as a front cover for this section.
USN criteria
The highest U.S. military decoration, awarded by Congress to a member of the armed forces for gallantry and bravery in combat, at the risk of life and above and beyond the call of duty. Also called Congressional Medal of Honor. Originally the Medal of Honor (MH) was only presented to the enlisted, but on March 3, 1863 this was extended to officers as well, with the exception of naval service.
On March 3, 1915 the president was authorized to present "a suitable Medal of Honor to be awarded to any officer of the Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard who shall have distinguished himself in battle or displayed extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession." Previously the award was reserved for naval service enlisted personnel ONLY, but this act made it available to officers as well.
Navy Cross [NC]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded by recognition from the United States Navy Third Fleet in Second Life for continued action in furthering the advancement of Third Fleet, while in active duty as a naval officer/enlisted, through documented outstanding contributions in three or more areas of naval service (land management, recruitment, training, active duty, regulation, etc.) for a period of three consecutive years with no more than six months of allowed absence possible during that period.
USN criteria
The Navy Cross Medal (NC) is the second highest decoration of the United States Military and it is the highest presented by the Department of the Navy. It is meant to recognize any member of the Armed Forces who, while serving in active combat with members of the Navy, Marine corps or Coast Guard, has performed an exceedingly heroic act in the face of great personal danger that did not warrant a Medal of Honor. The action must have taken place under one of the following circumstances: While serving in active combat against enemy forces, while participating in a military operation against armed enemy forces, or while serving in armed conflict alongside allied forces against an opposing force when the United States is not the aggressor.
Distinguished Service Medal [DSM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Senior Command Officers and Flag Officers by the United States Navy Third Fleet in Second Life to recognize members who have provided exceedingly valuable service to the group for a documented period of two consecutive years with four months of allowed absence possible during that period.
USN criteria
The Navy Distinguished Service Medal (DSM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have provided exceedingly valuable service to the United States Government. This award is given to individuals with outstanding responsibility and is generally reserved for senior Navy Flag and Marine Corps General Officers. Subsequent awards are denoted by gold award stars worn on the award ribbon.
Legion of Merit [LM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who have displayed exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. The performance must be of significant importance and far exceed what is expected by normal standards. To be eligible for this award the awardee must have a naval career of at least 24 consecutive months with two months of allowed absence possible during that period.
USN criteria
The Legion of Merit Medal (LM) is a decoration presented by the United States Armed Forces to members of the United States Military, as well as foreign military members and political figures, who have displayed exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. The performance must be of significant importance and far exceed what is expected by normal standards.
Legion of Merit Officer [LMO]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to foreign born Third Fleet officers who have displayed exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. The performance must be of significant importance and far exceed what is expected by normal standards. To be eligible for this award the awardee must have a naval career of at least 24 consecutive months with two months of allowed absence possible during that period.
USN criteria
The Legion of Merit Officer Medal (LMO) is a decoration presented by the United States Armed Forces to foreign military members, who have displayed exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. The performance must be of significant importance and far exceed what is expected by normal standards. When the award is presented to foreign parties, it is divided into separate ranking degrees. The degrees of Officer - issued to a general or flag officer that is below the chief of staff, colonel or equivalent rank.
Distinguished Flying Cross [DFC]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who distinguish themselves in continued support of operations by "heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight," for at least 12 months. To be eligible for this award the awardee must have a naval career of at least 12 consecutive months with two months of allowed absence possible during that period.
USN criteria
The Distinguished Flying Cross Medal (DFC) is an award that is bestowed upon any officer of enlisted personnel of the United States Armed Forces who distinguishes themselves in support of operations by "heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight." The medal was created on July 2nd, 1926 and the first awards were bestowed by President Calvin Coolidge on December 21st, 1927 to ten Army Air Corps aviators who participated in the US Army Pan-American Flight. Two of those awards were bestowed posthumously as they had died in a mid-air collision during that flight. The first person to actually be presented with the medal was Charles Lindbergh after returning from his trans-Atlantic Flight.
Purple Heart [PH]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
None. The Purple Heart is a WAR THUNDER pilot recognition award, and it must be earned in that platform. No disrespect towards our real life wounded warriors, it is a reflection of the War Thunder Purple Heart medal and it means the bearer flies combat missions in that platform.
USN criteria
The Purple Heart Medal (PH) is a decoration presented in the name of the President of the United States to recognize members of the U.S. military who have been wounded or killed in battle. It differs from other military decorations in that a "recommendation" from a superior is not required, but rather individuals are entitled based on meeting certain criteria found in AR 600-8-22. This criteria was expanded on March 28, 1973 to include injuries received as a result of an international terrorist attack against the U.S. and while serving outside the territory of the U.S. as part of a peacekeeping force. Personnel wounded or killed by friendly fire are also eligible for this award as long as the injuries were received in combat and with the intention of inflicting harm on the opposing forces. The Purple Heart is not awarded for non-combat injuries and commanders must take into account the extent of enemy involvement in the wound.
Meritorious Service Medal [MSM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted to recognize superior and exceptional non-combat service that does not meet the caliber of the Legion of Merit Medal. To be eligible for this award the awardee must have a naval career of at least six consecutive months with no interruptions.
USN criteria
The Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) is a decoration presented by the United States Armed Forces to recognize superior and exceptional non-combat service that does not meet the caliber of the Legion of Merit Medal. As of September 11, 2001, this award may also be issued for outstanding service in specific combat theater. The majority of recipients are field grade officers, senior warrant officers, senior non-commissioned officers and foreign military personnel in the ranks of O-6 and below. Subsequent awards are denoted by bronze oak leafs for Army and Air Force members, and gold stars for Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard members.
Air Medal [AM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers who achieve Naval Aviator or Naval Flight Officer status after IFTR and with enough AFTR credits, together with the Wings of Gold in the case of naval aviators and the NFO wings in the case of naval flight officers, or
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted for meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight; awards may also be given to acknowledge single acts of merit or heroism.
USN criteria
The Air Medal (AM) is given to military personnel for meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight; awards may also be given to acknowledge single acts of merit or heroism. The AM is mainly intended to recognize those personnel who are on current crew member or non-crew member flying status which requires them to engage in aerial flight on a regular and frequent basis in the pursuit of their primary duties. However, the AM may also be granted to other particular individuals whose combat obligations require regular and frequent flying in other than a passenger status, or individuals who complete a specifically noteworthy act while performing the function of a crew member but who are not on flying status. These individuals must accomplish a distinct contribution to the operational land combat mission or to the mission of the aircraft in flight. The AM was established on May 11,1942 and was awarded retroactive to September 8, 1939.
The U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps possess two types of Air Medals: "individual" for singular meritorious acts and "strike/flight" for participation in sustained aerial flight operations. Bronze Strike/Flight numerals denote "strike/flight" awards and for "individual" AM's the valor device may be authorized.
Joint Service Commendation Medal [JSCM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted above O-4 or above E-6 who, performing the duties of or equivalent to those of a senior officer/enlisted, while serving as a senior on a joint military staff (together with other recognized Second Life military groups of any nationality), have performed either an exceedingly heroic act, exceptional achievement, or commendable service that has not been recognized by a higher award.
USN criteria
The Joint Service Commendation Medal (JSCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Armed Forces to individuals who, while serving as a senior on a joint military staff, have performed either an exceedingly heroic act, exceptional achievement, or commendable service that has not been recognized by a higher award. When the medal is issued for an event that occurred while in active combat, the "Valor" or "V" device is authorized to be worn with the medal. Subsequent awards are denoted by Oak Leaf Clusters worn on the service medal.
Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal [NCM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
For Third Fleet officers/enlisted. Awarded by earning a sixth Navy and Marine Corps Medal. This award is presented as symbol of exceptional achievement in the development of multiple skills/specialties. No devices applied.
USN criteria
The Navy & Marine Corps Commendation Medal (NCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Department of the Navy to service members of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps who have performed an exceedingly heroic act, exceptional achievement, or commendable service that has not been recognized by a higher award. When the medal is issued for an event that occurred while in active combat with an opposing force, the "Valor" or "V" device is authorized to be worn with the medal. Subsequent awards are denoted by silver and gold stars worn on the ribbon.
Joint Service Achievement Medal [JSAM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted below O-4 or below E-6 who, while serving in a joint military command or activity (together with other recognized Second Life military groups, members of the Third Fleet group or others, of any nationality), have performed either an exceptional achievement or commendable service that has not been recognized by a Commendation Medal.
USN criteria
The Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM) is a decoration presented by the United States Secretary of Defense to officers below the grade of O-6 and enlisted members below the grade of E-7 who, while serving in a joint military command or activity, have performed either an exceptional achievement or commendable service that has not been recognized by a Commendation Medal. Subsequent awards are denoted by Oak Leaf Clusters worn on the service medal.
Navy and Marine Corps Medal [NAM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
For Third Fleet officers/enlisted. Earned by acquiring initial warfare designation (SWO, AWO, ESWS, EAWS, SS), by graduating from Naval Aircrew Candidate School (NACS) with the SLMC or by completing Primary Flight Training (PFT), achieving SEAL Trident or Parachute Wings or by completing the SAR training program. Can be earned six times, by adding a gold star to the medal cloth and ribbon for each additional award and a silver star replacing the set of five awards. The sixth award of this type makes one eligible for the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal.
USN criteria
The Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal (NAM) is a decoration presented by the United States Department of the Navy to service members of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps who have performed commendably in routine duties or exceptional achievements, that have not been recognized by a higher award. It was originally created to honor junior members who are not generally eligible for the Navy & Marine Corps Commendation Medal or the Meritorious Service Medal. Subsequent awards are denoted by silver and gold stars worn on the ribbon.
Combat Action Ribbon [CAR]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
For Third Fleet officers/enlisted. Earned by participating in VICE Combat in Indochina Region. Must participate with permission from USS Kitty Hawk command (7th Fleet) and not applicable to training, practice or exercises, or
Earned by participating in VICE Combat while serving in Third Fleet with documented action - record of mission validity required and not applicable to training, practice or exercises.
Equivalency
Equivalence granted to officers/enlisted who served one or more tours with a WW2 United States military group while in the the service with the USNSL who have that distinction awarded while in combat missions with the squadron/unit in Second Life. WW2 awards appearance will remain as it was in that period. Awards that have complete equivalence to this day have the same appearance. In case the award has degrees (1st class, 2nd class or others) the equivalence is granted when the highest degree is earned.
USN criteria
The Combat Action Ribbon (CAR) is an award for Navy and Marine Corps personnel who render satisfactory performance under enemy fire while actively participating in a ground or surface engagement. Created in February of 1969, it was originally retroactive to March 1st, 1961 to personnel who met the requirements. However President Bill Clinton changed this requirement to December 7th, 1941 to include all personnel who participated in World War II.
Additional awards of the Combat Action Ribbon are represented by wearing a Gold or Silver 5/16th inch stars on the service ribbon.
Navy Unit Commendation Ribbon [NUC]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
For Third Fleet officers/enlisted. Earned when more than 50% of a command has been promoted at least once over a period of six consecutive months. Can be earned multiple times, by adding a gold star to the medal cloth and ribbon for each additional award and a silver star replacing each set of five awards.
USN criteria
The Navy Unit Commendation (NUC) is an award of the United States Navy that is used to recognize heroism and outstanding actions preformed by any ship, unit, aircraft or detachment of the Navy and United States Marine Corps. The actions need to be of the caliber that would earn an individual a Silver Star Medal. Units of other branches of the Armed Foreces are also eligible for the award as long as they are assigned or attached to Navy or Marine Corps units.
Navy "E" Ribbon [NAVE]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to the crew of any Third Fleet vessel that has participated in at least five documented missions (training, practice and exercises not considered) involving more than one participant, over a period of six consecutive months with no interruptions, demonstrating battle efficiency. This demonstration of efficiency involves skill and it is not restricted to combat missions, also including air, sea or land missions that involve combat skills. The Third Fleet NAVE is worn with a single "E" device applied on the ribbon with no extra devices added.
USN criteria
The Navy E Ribbon (NAVE) or the Battle "E" ribbon is presented to crew members of any United States Navy vessel that has won a battle efficiency competition. A unit award, this ribbon was created July 1st, 1974 the ribbon replaces a patch that, prior to the ribbons creation, was sewn onto the right sleeve. The first award of the "E" Ribbon is represented by wearing a Silver E device on the center of the service ribbon. Additional awards are represented by wearing a 2nd and 3rd E device until the 4th award, when a wreathed E is worn. After the 4th award, no additional devices are approved, and only the silver wreathed E is worn.
Prisoner of War Medal [POW]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
None. This medal is not awarded in Second Life out of respect for real life POW's and veterans.
USN criteria
The Prisoner of War (POW) Medal is a decoration presented by the Unites States Armed Forces to recognize members of the U.S. military who have been made prisoner or held captive by opposing forces after April 5, 1917. To be eligible, the individual must have demonstrated upstanding character while in captivity. Subsequent decorations the Prisoner of War Medal are denoted by Silver Stars worn as attachments on the service medal.
Navy Good Conduct Medal [NGCM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
For Third Fleet officers/enlisted. Earned for active service without disciplinary actions during a period of six consecutive months with no more than 15 days of interruption. Can be earned multiple times, by adding a gold star to the medal cloth and ribbon for each additional award and a silver star replacing each set of five awards.
USN criteria
The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 required four years of service. Members who serve just one year, but during a time of war, are also eligible for the award. Successive awards are denoted by Service Stars worn on the award medal. After 12 years of noble service, a member is authorized to wear a gold Petty Officer insignia.
Fleet Marine Force Badge and Ribbon [FMF]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
For Third Fleet officers/enlisted. Deploy or drill with the Third Fleet recognized USMC groups/units or, as a Corpsman or Navy Doctor, participate in RP with members of the USMC in SL.
USN criteria
The Fleet Marine Force Ribbon (FMF) is an award of the United States Navy that denotes that an eligible Navy service member (either enlisted or officer) has earned the Fleet Marine Force designation. Created in 1984 the ribbon was used to distinguish Navy personnel who were serving with qualified Marine Corps deployable units. It was made obsolete on October 1st, 2006 after the Fleet Marine Force Enlisted Warfare Specialist and Fleet Marine Force Qualified Officer Insignia were created. However, if the ribbon had previously been earned it is still approved for wear.
Navy Expeditionary Medal [NEM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
For Third Fleet officers/enlisted. Earned by participating with at least another Third Fleet member or with other Naval Service officers/enlisted participating in at least two documented missions that result in gathering relevant information about Second Life regions with Third Fleet operational impact. No devices applied.
USN criteria
The Navy Expeditionary Medal (NEM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have landed on foreign shores and participated in operations against enemy forces. Individuals also may be eligible who served in a mission that is considered by an authority to warrant this award. It is retroactive to February 12, 1874. The Navy Expedition Medal and the Armed Forces Expedition Medal are not authorized to be awarded for the same event and service members who qualify for both must decide which medal they prefer. Subsequent awards are denoted by Service Stars worn on the award ribbon.
China Service Medal [CHISM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers with documented service with the WW2 American Volunteer Group (AVG) "Flying Tigers" in Second Life, in any of the squadrons in the AVG structure. No devices added.
USN criteria
The Navy China Service Medal (CHISM) is a decoration presented to members of United States Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard who served in China from July 7, 1937 - September 7, 1939 or served from September 2, 1945 - April 1, 1957. Service members who served in the Asiatic-Pacific area from September 2, 1945 - March 2, 1946 may be eligible for the award if they did not receive the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal. Individuals who participated in operations during both time periods are authorized to wear a bronze Service Star on their award ribbon.
European - African - Middle Eastern Campaign Medal [EAMECM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers with documented service with WW2 aviation groups in Bastogne, Second Life, in any of the squadrons in the Bastogne WW2 structure.
USN criteria
The European - African - Middle Eastern Campaign Medal (EAMECM) is a military award that recognizes the service of U.S. Armed Forces personnel who preformed military duty in the European Theater during World War II. Created on November 6th, 1942 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt's Executive Order 9265 it was originally just a ribbon and there was not a full sized medal until 1947. The first recipient of the medal was General of the Army Dwight Eisenhower.
There are 19 approved campaigns for the award. Multiple campaign awards are denoted with a bronze star device. Other approved devices for the award are an Arrowhead Device awarded for airborne or amphibious operations and the Fleet Marine Force device for certain sailors.
Asiatic - Pacific Campaign Medal [APCM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers with documented combat service with the WW2 American Volunteer Group (AVG) "Flying Tigers" in Second Life, in any of the squadrons in the AVG structure.
USN criteria
The Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal (APCM) was awarded to any member of the United States Armed Forces who service in the Pacific Theater during World War II. It was created on November 6th, 1942 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt's Executive Order 9265. Additional awards of the medal are represented by a bronze star device worn on the award. There are 21 Army and 48 Navy and Marine Corps approved campaigns for this medal. An Arrowhead device is also authorized for campaigns which involved amphibious landings and certain sailors are authorized to wear the Fleet Marine Force device for combat operations.
While the award is issued for those who served from 1941 to 1945, the full sized medal wasn't created until 1947. The first recipient of the full sized medal was General Douglas MacArthur. The award may often be listed as the Asiatic-Pacific Theater ribbon on a serviceman's DD-214.
WW2 Victory Medal [WWIIVM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers with documented participation in any WW2 Allied military aviation group in Second Life, independent of nationality. Not awarded to Axis pilots.
USN criteria
The World War II Victory Medal (WWIIVM) is presented to all members of the U.S. military who served in active duty or as a reserve during the period of December 7, 1941 - December 31, 1946. There is not a length of service requirement for this award.
Antarctic Expedition Medal [AEM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted with documented participation in the exploration of the southern snow lands of the Samsara Continent in Second Life, leading to operational Third Fleet actions in the area or with relevant information retrieved about that area that may have operational impact. Exploration requires no less than eight documented missions in the area with other officers/enlisted participating with intent to achieve the goals stated, during a period of three consecutive months with an allowed absence of 15 days during that period.
USN criteria
The Antarctic Expedition Medal (AEM) is a commemorative award that was issued for participating in Antarctica expeditions from 1928 to 1941. Replaced by the Antarctica Service Medal in 1960.
Medal for Humane Action [MHA]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Rescue at least 5 downed pilots or persons via documented CSAR/SAR USNSL operations.
Equivalency
Same parameters as stated while serving with the SLCG, SICG or VCG. Less than 5 rescued pilots or persons will count towards the required rescued people total stated.
USN criteria
The Medal for Humane Action (MHA) is a decoration presented by the United States Armed forces to recognize personnel who serviced extended duty in the Berlin Airlift between June 26, 1948 - September 30, 1949. To be eligible, members must have performed at least 120 days of service within the boundaries of Berlin. No required period of service is required for a posthumous award made to a service member who lost their life while participating in the airlift.
Korean Service Medal [KSM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to officers/enlisted deployed in the East Sea (Korea), or
Awarded to officers/enlisted on a tour in the East Sea (Korea) with at least two documented relevant missions in the area with other officers/enlisted participating.
USN criteria
The Korean Service Medal (KSM) is a decoration presented by the United States Armed Forces to individuals who served in the Korean War between June 27, 1950 - July 27, 1954. There are 13 campaigns of the Korean War that are recognized by the United States Department of Defense and each one a member participated in is denoted by a service star on the medal. An Arrowhead Device is authorized to be worn on the service medal by Army personnel who participated in the water landing at Inchon or air attacks on Sukch'on-Such'on and Musan.
Antarctica Service Medal [ASM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted with documented participation in patrols of the southern snow lands of the Samsara Continent in Second Life. Requires no less than ten documented relevant missions in the area with other officers/enlisted participating, during a period of three consecutive months with an allowed absence of 15 days during that period, resulting in the gathering of information about the region that proves relevant to Third Fleet.
USN criteria
The Antarctica Service Medal (ASM) is granted to military members who serve between 15 and 30 days while stationed on the Antarctic continent which is defined as south of 60 degrees latitude. Flight crews that complete transport missions to Antarctica then qualify for one day of service for each flight mission carried out within a 24-hour time frame. For military members who serve extended winter service in Antarctica receive a Wintered Over Device. The Wintered Over Device is given to personnel in order to illustrate the number of winters served on the Antarctica continent. The ASM was established on July 7, 1960 and it replaced several commemorative awards that were issued for Antarctica expeditions from 1928 to 1941.
Vietnam Service Medal [VSM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted deployed with the USS Kitty Hawk, CVN-63, in the Gulf of Tonkin or officers/enlisted on a tour with the USS Kitty Hawk in the Gulf of Tonkin with at least two documented relevant missions in the area with other officers/enlisted participating. Also awarded to officers/enlisted deployed to the USS Kitty Hawk in the Gulf of Tonkin as part of the Individual Augmentee Program (IAP). No devices applied.
USN criteria
The Vietnam Service Medal (VSM) is a decoration of the U.S. military presented to personnel of any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces who performed military service during the Vietnam War and meet specific qualifications laid out by the United States Department of Defense. To be eligible service members must have completed 30 consecutive days or 60 non-consecutive days of service relating to direct support of ground operations or maritime service directly aiding military operations within specific regions of the Republic of Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand between the dates of November 15, 1961 - March 28, 1973 and April 29, 1975 - April 30, 1975. U.S. Air Force members who flew in missions over Vietnam Airspace are also eligible for the award.
The Vietnam Service Medal replaces the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM), which was awarded for service in Vietnam from 1961 to 1965. Service stars are permitted as attachments worn on the Vietnam Service Medal for recipients who participated in multiple campaigns during the Vietnam War. The Arrowhead Device is permitted to be worn on the medal for those involved in an aerial or amphibious assault.
Korea Defense Service Medal [KDSM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted for participation in VICE combat training, practice or exercises taking place while in the East Sea (Korea), together with at least one other Third Fleet member or while in joint mission with members from groups recognized by Third Fleet. To be eligible for this award the awardee must have at least two documented VICE combat training, practice or exercises meeting the conditions stated, during a period of two consecutive months with no interruptions.
USN criteria
The Korea Defense Service Medal is a decoration presented by the United States Armed Forces to individuals who served in the Korean Theater after July 28, 1954, following the signing of the Korean Armistice Agreement. To be eligible, service members must have served at least 30 consecutive or 60 cumulative days in the Korean Theater. Service time may be waived when a service member has required medical evacuation after having been wounded in battle or has served in aircrew flights that totaled more than 30 days of duty in Korean airspace.
Armed Forces Service Medal [AFSM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who partake in "significant activity" for which no other service or campaign medal is accredited. The term "significant activity" means in this instance actions deemed worthy of recognition by presentation of a permanent service medal that take place during a period of three consecutive months with 10 days of allowed interruption possible. No devices applied.
USN criteria
The Armed Forces Service Medal (AFSM) is an award of the U.S. military and was established on January 11th, 1996. The AFSM is given to personnel who partake in "significant activity" for which no other service or campaign medal is accredited. The term "significant activity" is determined by theater commanders and is usually deemed to be participation in a U.S. military operation considered to hold a high degree of scope, impact, and international significance that the operation warrants the presentation of a permanent service medal. The individual standard for the AFSM specifies that a service member must achieve at least 30 consecutive days in a geographical theater region to qualify for the decoration. Aircrew personnel may attain the award if a total of 30 mission days was performed flying into and out of the given area.
As an authorized Department of Defense exception to policy, the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal and the AFSM can be granted concurrently for the following Operations in Yugoslavia: Bosnia-Herzegovina and Croatia, and Hungary (Operation Joint Guard) 20 December 1996 - 20 June 1998; and Bosnia-Herzegovina and Croatia, Italy, Hungary (Operation Joint Endeavor) 20 November 1995 - 19 December 1998. The AFSM was also given to U.S. Forces in relation to Hurricane Katrina, and Hurricane Rita relief efforts for 30 consecutive or 60 accumulated days from 27 August 205 - 27 February 2006. Additional awards are the AFSM are denoted by service stars.
Humanitarian Service Medal [HSM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who mentor a junior service member through two or more qualifications or help a junior service member get promoted, or
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who are active instructors at any recognized Naval Service training site (US Navy, US Marine Corps, US Coast Guard) for at least one academic/instruction cycle.
USN criteria
The Humanitarian Service Medal is a decoration of the United States Armed Forces presented to any member of the U.S. military who has demonstrated commendable conduct in humanitarian military acts or operations. Military acts that the United States Department of Defense has authorized for this medal include natural disaster relief, humanitarian support of refugees or evacuation of non-combatants from a hostile area. Service members who receive the Armed Forces Service Medal or the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal are not eligible for the Humanitarian Service Medal if it is for the same period of service. Subsequent awards are denoted by Service Stars worn on the service medal.
Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal [MOVSM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who start or participate in five documented RP sessions at any Third Fleet location. Can be as simple as eating in the galley with a shipmate, going on patrol with a shipmate, standing watch with a shipmate, or so on, always with participation of at least one other USNSL member. To be eligible for this award the documented sessions must take place in active duty during 45 consecutive days with no interruptions. No devices applied.
USN criteria
The Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal (MOVSM) is a decoration presented by the United States Armed Forces to recognize service members who have exceeded expectation in assisting the local community through volunteer services. The service must be sustained and provide a perceptible impact on the community. While there is no set time period for eligibility, most recipients have spent at least 3 years or 100 hours serving the community.
Navy Service Sea Deployment Ribbon [NSSDR]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who are deployed as crew or serve a tour aboard any of Third Fleet or Seventh Fleet aircraft carriers, or
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who complete Individual Augmentee Program (IAP) with any of Third Fleet or Seventh Fleet aircraft carriers.
USN criteria
The Navy Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (NSSDR) is presented to any member of the United States Navy after they complete a deployment at sea. A standard deployment is considered 90 consecutive days or two periods of at least 80 days within a 12 month period. Additional awards of the ribbon are represented by wearing a Bronze Star device on the service ribbon.
Navy Distinguished Public Service Award Ribbon [NDPS]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to officers who are deployed with the Navy Flight demonstration Team and complete a full tour of duty of one season, lasting 12 consecutive months with 2 months allowed absence during that period. A NFDT season starts January and ends December of every year. No devices applied, or
Awarded to enlisted who are deployed with the Navy Flight Demonstration Team as part of the "Fat Albert Airlines" detail, either as Fat Albert crew or NFDT ground crew, and complete a full tour of duty of one season, lasting 12 consecutive months with 2 months allowed absence during that period. A NFDT season starts January and ends December of every year. No devices applied.
This ribbon is awarded on completion of a full tour of duty with the NFDT and replaces the Navy Distinguished Civilian Service Award ribbon awarded upon assignment to the first deployment with the squadron.
USN criteria
The Navy Distinguished Public Service Award Medal is a decoration presented by the United States Secretary of the Navy to recognize civilians who have provided exceptional services that have made a significant and positive impact on the Department of the Navy. It is the highest honorary award that the U.S. Navy can bestowed upon a civilian not employed by the Navy, followed by the Navy Superior Public Service Award.
Navy Distinguished Civilian Service Award Ribbon [NDCS]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to officers/enlisted who are assigned to the Navy Flight Demonstration Team for the first time in any capacity - from intern to crew chief or squadron pilot. The award is presented when the assignment orders are issued. This ribbon is replaced by the Navy Distinguished Public Service ribbon on completion of a full tour of duty with the NFDT, so it is typically worn during the first 12 months with the "Blue Angels".
USN criteria
The Navy Distinguished Civilian Service Award Medal is a decoration presented by the United States Secretary of the Navy to recognize Navy civilian employees who have provided exceptional services that have made a significant and positive impact on the Department of the Navy. The employee's efforts must have greatly exceeded what is expected of their position. It is the highest honorary award bestowed on a civilian employee by the Department of the Navy, followed by the Navy Superior Civilian Service Award.
Navy Arctic Service Ribbon [NARCS]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who serve or patrol in the COMNAVAIRNAU SNO area - snow lands - with at least ten documented missions in the area during a period of three consecutive months with an allowed absence of 15 days during that period, resulting in the gathering of information about the region that proves relevant to Third Fleet. To be eligible for this award the goals stated must be achieved with the participation of at least one more Third Fleet member or while in joint mission with members from groups recognized by Third Fleet.
USN criteria
The Navy Arctic Service Ribbon (NARCS) is an award presented to any Navy Personnel who preform 28 days of service (consecutive or non-consecutive) above the Arctic Circle. It may also be awarded to qualified civilians and other U.S. Armed Forces personnel who preform the qualified service while working with the U.S. Navy. Those stationed at remote ice camps, or divers who work below the ice, may count two days of service for each day worked.
Created in May of 1986, the ribbon maybe retroactively awarded to any personnel who preformed qualified service after January 1st, 1982. This award is only issued once and there are no approved devices to be worn on the award.
Navy Recruiting Service Ribbon [NRSR]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who are responsible for the recruitment of at least two enlisted or commissioned officers.
USN criteria
The Navy Recruiting Service Ribbon is awarded for the purpose of recognizing members of the United States Navy who have served in one of the Navy's Major Recruiting Commands. The award is presented after the completion of a successful 3 year tour of service, and additional awards are denoted by wearing a Bronze Service Star device on the ribbon.
Navy Recruit Training Service Ribbon [NRTSR]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who volunteer as instructors and help graduate at least one enlisted and two commissioned officers. No devices applied.
USN criteria
The Navy Recruit Training Service Ribbon is awarded for the purpose of recognizing enlisted members of the United States Navy who have served as Recruit Division Commanders. The award is presented after the completion of a successful 3 year tour of service, and additional awards are denoted by wearing a Bronze Service Star device on the ribbon.
Foreign Decoration [variable] - illustrated is the Vietnam Gallantry Cross
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Some awards earned from a foreign military or civilian Second Life group may be worn. Such awards are always worn after all United States decorations and before international military awards. The awardee needs to verify with command if the award has been approved for display together with the national and international authorized awards.
Note: Any WW2 era award from any of the nations enemy of the United States in that conflict are not authorized on the ribbon rack. Medals and badges from those nations are not authorized either.
USN criteria
Authorized foreign decorations of the United States military are those military decorations which have been approved for wear by members of the United States armed forces but whose awarding authority is the government of a country other than the United States. The wear of foreign decorations may either be approved on a case-by-case basis or a general order may be declared allowing for blanket approval to all U.S. service members to wear a particular non-U.S. decoration.
United Nations Medal [UNM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who, while on duty, participate in at least five joint operations/missions/events with one or more active duty members of a foreign armed forces group recognized by Third Fleet. No prescribed period limitations. This award is added to the Multinational Force and Observers Medal representing the sixth and subsequent, if any, missions of this kind; as such no devices are added to the UNM.
USN criteria
The United Nations Medal (UNM) is an international decoration presented by the United Nations to service members who have completed six months of duty in any joint international military operation authorized by the UN. Service members who have received other United Nations, campaign specific medals are authorized to wear only one medal. While the medal worn is to the service member's discretion, U.S. Armed Forces personnel are encouraged to wear the standard United Nations Medal. Decorations of multiple awards by the United Nations are represented by service stars on the United Nations medal that is being displayed.
NATO Medal [NATOM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted with documented participation in the NATO groups in the Olds Field context. These groups have since been disbanded but were some of the most relevant military aviation groups in Second Life, with activities that ranged from aerobatics to aerial combat.
USN criteria
The NATO Medal (NATOM) is a decoration presented by the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to recognize international NATO military members who have participated in various peacekeeping operations. There are currently 10 versions of the NATO Medal to recognize service in Yugoslavia, Kosovo, the republic of Macedonia, service during Article 5 operations (two), service for Non-Article 5 operations (four) and NATO meritorious service. The specific operation is indicated by a clasp displaying the name of the operation and some display unique ribbon patterns
Multinational Force and Observers Medal [MFOM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who, while on duty, participate in at least one documented joint operation/mission/event with one or more active duty members of a foreign armed forces group recognized by Third Fleet. No prescribed period limitations. This award is enhanced by the United Nations Medal when the sixth documented mission of this kind is achieved; as such devices are only added to the MFOM medal cloth and ribbon to the limit of one silver star, in lieu of five gold stars earned.
USN criteria
The Multinational Force and Observers Medal (MFOM) is a decoration authorized by the Director General of the Multinational Force and Observers (MFO) to recognize international military members who participated in the MFO in support of the ceasefire zone between Egypt and Israel after the Yom Kippur War of 1973. The U.S. military authorized this award to be issued to service members who completed at least 170 cumulative days of services in the MFO from August 1981 (Prior to March 15, 1985, only 90 days of service was required). Special circumstances allow for the time period to be waived. Subsequent presentations of the award are denoted by award numerals worn on the original medal.
Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal [VCM]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who are deployed with 7th Fleet USS Kitty Hawk as crew, or
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who participate in at least two documented missions of any kind involving other participants with 7th Fleet USS Kitty Hawk.
USN criteria
The Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal (VCM, VNCM) was a decoration presented by South Vietnam to recognize members of allied forces who served in the Vietnam War for a period of at least six months. Service members who were wounded, captured or killed in action were automatically awarded the medal regardless of time served. The "1960 Bar" device is given with the medal and was meant to indicate the years the war was fought from beginning to end. Since the Republic of Vietnam was conquered by North Vietnam in 1975, the government no longer existed and no end date was ever made for the bar.
Republic of Korea War Service Medal [ROK]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who are deployed to Korea as crew, or
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who participate in at least two documented missions of any kind involving other participants in Korea.
USN criteria
The Republic of Korea (ROK) War Service Medal is a decoration presented by South Korea to recognize members of a military who served with South Korea during the Korean War from June 25, 1950 - July 27, 1953. Personnel must have served 30 consecutive days or 60 non-consecutive days to be eligible for the award.
Navy Expert Rifle Medal [NER]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who complete the rifle marksmanship exam during OCS/RTC with at least eleven targets shot over the required exam mark. The efficiency "E" device is applied to the Navy Expert Rifle ribbon. This award can also be earned at NSTC after the Marksmanship exam with another officer/enlisted present.
USN criteria
The Navy Expert Rifle Medal is the highest award that a Sailor can receive for a rifle qualification. The current qualifying rifles are the M16 or M4. The medal is only worn if the recipient has achieved "expert" status with a qualified weapon. If they have achieved the expert status, the service ribbon is worn with a silver E device. A blank ribbon is worn if they have received the Marksman qualification and a bronze S device if they have the Sharpshooter qualification. First issued in 1969, normal qualification tests include shooting while kneeling, standing and prone.
Navy Expert Pistol Medal [NEPS]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who complete the pistol shot marksmanship exam during OCS/RTC with at least six targets shot over the required exam mark. The efficiency "E" device is applied to the Navy Expert Pistol Shot ribbon. This award can also be earned at NSTC after the Marksmanship exam with another officer/enlisted present.
USN criteria
The Navy Expert Pistol Shot Medal is the highest award that a Sailor can receive for a pistol qualification. The current qualifying pistol is the M9. The medal is only worn if the recipient has achieved "expert" status with a qualified weapon. If they have achieved the expert status, the service ribbon is worn with a silver E device. A blank ribbon is worn if they have received the Marksman qualification and a bronze S device if they have the Sharpshooter qualification. First issued in 1969, normal qualification tests include shooting one-handed while kneeling and two-handed while standing.
Navy Marksman Rifle Ribbon [NMR]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who complete the rifle marksmanship exam during OCS/RTC with at least ten targets shot over the required exam mark. If the number of targets shot exceeds the required exam mark by more than ten, the efficiency "E" device is applied to the ribbon and the Navy Expert Rifle medal is awarded.
USN criteria
See Navy Expert Rifle Medal [NER]
Navy Marksman Pistol Ribbon [NMPS]
USN Third Fleet SL criteria
Awarded to Third Fleet officers/enlisted who complete the pistol shot marksmanship exam during OCS/RTC with at least five targets shot over the required exam mark. If the number of targets shot exceeds the required exam mark by more than five, the efficiency "E" device is applied to the ribbon and the Navy Expert Rifle medal is awarded.
USN criteria
See Navy Expert Pistol Shot Medal [NEPS]
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Context:
Relevant Mission
That involves intent and documented work with enough mission time to accomplish the objectives. Example: To file a blank report with less then 40 minutes mission time and no other participants is not a relevant mission.
Joint Mission
That involves members of Third Fleet and groups recognized by Third Fleet as active partners.
United States Navy Second Life, 2016 / 2017 / 2018
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