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Can a foreign soldier get the Medal of Honor?
Although Medals of Honor can be awarded only to members of the U.S. armed forces, being a U.S. citizen is not a prerequisite for eligibility to receive the medal.
Can you wear foreign awards?
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. Such awards are always worn after all United States decorations and before international military awards.
Can civilians get military medals?
What Military Awards Can Civilians Get? On rare occasions, civilians have received military awards or recognition from the US government for their valor. Military awards are mostly reserved for members of the military. However, civilians may receive awards for civilian service from the Department of Defense (DoD).
Do you have to be a US citizen to receive the Medal of Honor?
It is not required to be a U.S. citizen, but you must be in the U.S. military in order to qualify for the Medal of Honor.
Who can receive the Medal of Honor?
| Medal of Honor | |
|---|---|
| Awarded for | Conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty |
| Presented by | The president of the United States in the name of the United States Congress |
| Eligibility | United States Armed Forces service members |
| Status | Currently awarded |
How do you get foreign awards for the US Army?
Wear foreign badges 1/8 inch above the right pocket flap, or 1/2 inch above any unit awards that are worn. Place the bottom of the branch insignia disk 1 inch above the notch, centered on the left collar with the centerline of the insignia parallel to the inside edge of the lapel.
Can you wear foreign jump wings?
Soldiers who complete an approved permissive jump and are awarded a foreign airborne badge under this status may wear the badge permanently.
Do you have to be in the military to get the Medal of Honor?
Medal of Honor Facts It is not required to be a U.S. citizen, but one must be in the U.S. military in order to qualify for the Medal of Honor. It is illegal to buy, sell, barter, or manufacture any decorations or medals authorized by Congress for the United States armed forces.