How do I find out what ribbons and medals I have?

Individuals can request information on military service medals, decorations and awards online: https://www.archives.gov/personnel-records-center/awards-and-decorations.

How do I check my Navy ribbons?

Step 1 – Check to see that the award has been entered into the Navy Department Awards Web Service (NDAWS) by logging onto BOL. Once on BOL, click on Navy Personnel Command Documents Services. Once this page opens, select “NDAWS” from the left side of the screen. Click on “Search Awards”.

How do I find my grandad’s medals?

Further Medal Rolls can be found at the National Archives and on sites like Ancestry and Find My Past. Occasionally, you will also find Medal Rolls available on independent websites like (www.angloboerwar.com), which has the rolls for the Queen’s South Africa Medal (above right).

Which navy ribbons have medals?

NAVY CROSS. (Navy-Marine Corps-Coast Guard) For extraordinary heroism in connection with military operation against an opposing armed force.

  • DEFENSE DISTINGUISHED SERVICE MEDAL.
  • DISTINGUISHED SERVICE MEDAL.
  • SILVER STAR MEDAL.
  • DEFENSE SUPERIOR SERVICE MEDAL.
  • DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS.
  • NAVY AND MARINE CORPS MEDAL.
  • PURPLE HEART.

    • Can I get copies of my grandad’s medals?

    You can only get a replacement medal from the Ministry of Defence ( MOD ) if it was stolen or destroyed, for example in a fire or flood. The medal must have been awarded for service after World War 1. You’ll need to show proof by providing a copy of either a: police crime report.

    What ribbon do you get after basic Navy?

    The only ribbons or medals that a recruit can get while in boot camp is the National Defense Service Medal and the Pistol Marksmanship Medal.

    Which navy ribbons have no medals?

    Navy Ribbons without Medals

    • Combat Action Ribbon (Navy and Marine) Ribbon.
    • Navy/Marine Presidential Unit Award Ribbon.
    • Joint Meritorious Unit Award Ribbon.
    • Navy/Marine Unit Commendation Ribbon.
    • Navy/Marine Meritorious Unit Commendation.
    • Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Award Ribbon.
    • Navy Battle ‘E’