Has anyone participated in the DANCON March?

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 00:09:01 -0400

I participated in the DANCON march back in 2017 in Iraq. I know they do it in Kosovo every year. I had an NCO reach out and say that the certification for completion is worth points and goes in your records but I don’t see how? Can someone shed some light on this?

Response by SGM Bill Frazer made Aug 29 at 2019 12:45 PM

SGM Bill Frazer — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 12:45:37 -0400

The only way it could count for points or go into your records would be if it is recognized by DA, which means you could wear it of your uniform. You will have to check the regs.

Response by CSM Richard StCyr made Aug 29 at 2019 4:57 PM

CSM Richard StCyr — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 16:57:45 -0400

Look in AR 600-8-19 Promotions, it will list what awards are worth points.
Also look in AR 600-8-22 in the section on foreign awards and badges, it will list whether the DANCON march medallion is an authorized award for wear or acceptance. Some foreign awards are only authorized to be accepted but are not authorized for wear.

The DANCON March Medal is listed as being authorized for acceptance and wear in all three degrees, Bronze, silver, and Gold. It is in Table D-1 of 600-8-22.

It is not listed as having any promotion point value in AR 600-8-19 nor is any other foreign award or badge. Look at table starting at 3-11 in paragraph 3-17.

Look at AR 600-8-19 for the process to properly apply for wear and acceptance of the award. I know of cases where Soldiers participated in partnership exercises and competed and earned foreign badges but failed to ensure the proper documentation was done, causing stolen valor issues later in life. For example the SFC board and Schutzensnuars.

Response by Col Casey "Radio" G. made Feb 17 at 2020 11:35 PM

Col Casey "Radio" G. — Mon, 17 Feb 2020 23:35:50 -0500

YES! We did them in Al Dhafra, too! Great time!

Response by LTC Curtis Madsen made Mar 9 at 2020 9:47 PM

LTC Curtis Madsen — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 21:47:50 -0400

I did one in Baghdad, Iraq back in 2006 or 2007. I had a great time, built camradery and a long lasting friendships with my troops.