Posted on Oct 16, 2014
Coins and COAs: do you give them to Soldiers that are flagged?
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I have heard the argument for both sides. Both have valid points:
Yes - it is great way to recognize a Soldier who is flagged that does a great job and it is not considered "favorable action"
No - by regulations it states you cannot give them any favorable actions
What do you say?
Yes - it is great way to recognize a Soldier who is flagged that does a great job and it is not considered "favorable action"
No - by regulations it states you cannot give them any favorable actions
What do you say?
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Posted 10 y ago
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Well seeing that I purchased my warrant officer recognition coins from my wallet, and not unit funds, I recognize folks for things I see or that others do and come to me to recognize. So if it is warranted, the coin goes out there. The COA, well has to be signed by I think if I am still right, by an O-5 or greater to have promotion point potential. Therefore noticing a job well done from the O-4 and below world may help increase morale and motivation for a Soldier to work harder at removing a flag..... just my .02.
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SSG Leonard J W.
Great point, CW5 Sam R. Baker. I didn't mention the O4 and below in my post...at least you already had it covered!
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Technically the COA is a favorable action, especially since they can be worth points. A coin on the other hand, go for it. Officially, how is a "favorable action"? Unofficially I feel the soldier would highly appreciate knowing that, in at least some small way, his efforts are recognized.
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Flagged for what? Only certain flags prohibit awards. APFT failure, for example, does not prevent awards.
And frankly, not to be "Deebo" about it, but if the Army wants a say on to whom I present my coin, they can pay for it. Until then, I will award it to Soldiers whose action merit recognition.
And frankly, not to be "Deebo" about it, but if the Army wants a say on to whom I present my coin, they can pay for it. Until then, I will award it to Soldiers whose action merit recognition.
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