Regiment Awards Essay

14. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Air Medal is awarded in time of war for heroism and for meritorious achievement or service while participating in aerial flight. This award is primarily intended for personnel on flying status but may also be awarded to those personnel whose combat duties require them to fly; for example, personnel in the attack elements of units involved in air-land assaults against an armed enemy. As with all personal decorations, formal recommendations, approval through the chain of command, and announcement in orders are required.

First off Congrats on the promotion to a very distinguished rank, part of the elite officers of the Armed Forces. I know it is well deserved. I appreciate the opportunity I was bestowed to meet you and also having my spouse be a part of your leadership team. I wish the best for you and your family as you pursue the next leg of your military

Many people are concerned about the U.S. military because of how many risks come with joining it. However, the U.S. military also explains the benefits that one could receive. Joining the military is a decision that should not be taken lightly. One must understand all aspects of the military. In order for a voter to be fully informed about joining the US military, one must consider both the risks, like mental illnesses and commitment and benefits, like education, and experience.

The highest award of the nation, the Medal of Honor, is awarded to a member of the Navy, Coastal Guard, or Marine Corps by the President of the United States who has shown gallantry by jeopardizing his or her life throughout the combat against the adversary. The Medal of Honor was created after the Civil War and began to be issued by the United States military to motivate people into volunteering and joining the military. On December 21, 1861, the Medal of Honor was signed and on July 25, 1963, the Medal of Honor was amended. The standards for earning the Medal of Honor changed after the Civil War because now recipients are required to be in combat with the enemy. There are fewer opportunities for the Meal of Honor since the Vietnam War because combat has changed.

2. The award is late due to administrative delays in the determination of an accurate retirement timeline. This prevented timely submission to higher headquarters and ultimately, the US Army Reserve Headquarters. Further coordination are being made to present the award to the retired service member.

Officers generally didn’t care much about their soldiers so they took all the credits in the battles and all the glorious moments they could. A Soldier’s life at camp was bad they were thrown out there in the cold with little supplies and hardly any shelter. The soldiers never had enough food to go around to everybody. When it was hot they had to drill all day and a lot of men passed out and were too tired to fight. Officers were always considered better then the soldiers.

Throughout different time periods and civilizations come many different types of art that would never be comparable to those of another time or place. There are also the pieces that come from a completely different time and place, but yet they can still be compared to one another. The Torso of a God (Egyptian, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, last decade of the reign of Amenhotep III, Granodiorite, 1359-1349 B.C.) and the Statue of Asklepios (Greek, Hellenistic period, Pentelic Marble, 2nd century B.C.) are two sculptures made hundreds of years apart, yet they both display many similarities and show how art is constantly changing whilst keeping the same core ideas.

Though soldiers like, Lieutenant Scheisskopf obsess over the awards, in the they mean nothing, much like war, in which there are many causalities on both sides.

d. Awards for meritorious, achievement, or service is not based on the grade of the intended recipient. The predominant factor will be the degree to which an individual’s achievement or service enhanced the readiness or effectiveness of his or her organization.

Lieutenant Dore served as the Officer-In-Charge during the execution of the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge (GAFPB) qualificati ion from 1 through 5 Feb 2016. He successfully qualified 132 Soldiers through the flawless planning and execution of the GAFPB vigorous training schedules, briefings and logistics. Additionally, Lieutenant Dore effectively implemented the Army's Composite Risk Management as a result, no Soldiers experience a severe accident or injury during the training event thereby, earning an overall 90% qualification rate.

A: The Victoria Cross is awarded to those under military command who have demonstrated bravery and commitment in the face of danger.

In Ernest Hemingway’s short story, “Soldier’s Home”, a young man named Krebs is unable to relate to his mother and home life after he returned from the First World War. After Krebs saw death and destruction in the wars most bloody battles, he returns home where his parents try to get him back to his normal routines. His view of the world has changed drastically since the war. He no longer feels love in his heart and cannot lie to his mother when she asks if he loves her. One of the famous lines Hemingway wrote, “Krebs looked at the bacon fat hardening on his plate.” Like bacon his heart has been hardened by what he had seen in World War I and he knew he must get far away from his parents to be able to get his life back

The issue of retroactively awarding the Air Assault Badge is one of long-standing debate that reoccurs frequently over the years. The Army leadership has consistently declined such requests with input from the 101st Airborne Division.

The history of the Expert infantryman badge (EIB) was established in 1944 during World War II, the Award was initiated by Army Chief of Staff ; George C. Marshall. In 1944 100 Non-commissioned officers (NCO) underwent the testing, after 3 days of grueling trails only 10 NCOs remained. It was designed to distinguish “Infantrymen who are trained and fit for battle” stated by Lieutenant General

It is necessary for military professionals to take the time to study military history, for it aids in not only their personal success but also in the success of the mission at hand. When one understands past failures and the causes, they are able to better wage what necessary actions must be taken to achieve success. Also knowledge is power. The more information a NCO has, the greater ability he has to make decisions which will allow him and his team to operate in a more safe and effective manner. By combining past success and failures with personal experiences, a NCO is better equipped for quick and effective decision making.