I earned the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge while in ROTC. Do I have to have a U.S. service ribbon to be able to wear it at USMA?

2017-08-27T11:39:23-04:00

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 27 at 2017 12:07 PM

2017-08-27T12:07:31-04:00

Yes, Reference Para 20-18a, DA PAM 670-1. Unless USMA goes by different uniform policies for cadets, not sure.

http://www.apd.army.mil/epubs/DR_pubs/DR_a/pdf/web/ARN1575_DAPam670-1_Web_FINAL.pdf

ARN1575_DAPam670-1_Web_FINAL.pdf

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Response by SGT Rodrigo Contreras made Aug 27 at 2017 7:24 PM

2017-08-27T19:24:58-04:00

Yes you have to have a US award/ribbon i order to wear it. The National Defense Service Medal qualifies. Check with your TACNCO regarding your eligibility.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 27 at 2017 7:31 PM

2017-08-27T19:31:58-04:00

USMA has their own special uniforms and rules.

Ask your Cadre.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 27 at 2017 7:32 PM

2017-08-27T19:32:36-04:00

I have one too and I was told that you need a memorandum from your first general office to wear it. I wear mine regardless but that is the rule from what I was told.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 31 at 2017 5:01 AM

2017-08-31T05:01:14-04:00

Award, memorandum, cert stating the date you earned signed by LT. Col. And CSM German that signs off on the award and make sure it is Ipermed