Marine Awards and Insignia

Marine Awards and Insignia is the most complete and visually accurate reference ever published on the medals, ribbons, badges, and insignia of the United States Marine Corps. Fully illustrated in color, this authoritative volume documents every Marine Corps decoration,
service medal, ribbon, device, and insignia from World War II to the present.

This comprehensive reference includes:

• Full-color plates of all Marine Corps medals and ribbons
• Complete descriptions, history, and award criteria for every Marine decoration and service medal
• Foreign awards and United Nations medals authorized for Marines
• The complete Marine Corps ribbon order of precedence, with all attachments and devices
• Officer and enlisted rank insignia from 1944 to the present
• World War II Marine Corps shoulder sleeve insignia
• Service identification badges, aiguillettes, shoulder cords, and related insignia
• Detailed coverage of marksmanship and trophy badges
• Clear guidance on the proper wear of medals, ribbons, badges, and insignia for active-
  duty Marines and veterans
• Instructions on displaying Marine Corps awards and insignia
• Step-by-step information on how to claim Marine Corps medals free

Designed for Marines, veterans, families, historians, collectors, museums, and libraries, this book preserves Marine Corps service accurately, respectfully, and permanently.