Posted on Jun 11, 2021
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Hello, can I wear the Air Force Longevity Service ribbon as a member of the Army Reserve?
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I am not certain, but would say no.
In many cases when service members leave one service for another, awards received by another service can be worn. These are typically achievement or service ribbons such as the overseas ribbon. The service ribbon of one service is often mirrored by another service's badge or ribbon. The Air Force for instance uses a ribbon for firearms qualification where as the army uses a badge.
The Air Force Longevity service ribbon is for years of service. The Army uses hash marks for enlisted, Officers do not wear service hash marks or longevity stripes.
While I doubt anyone would say something about it in your unit, it may raise questions if you are going for promotion and the board takes issue with your ribbons rack.
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Roger that MSG, I will not wear it. Thank you for the explanation!
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CSM Charles Hayden
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LTC (Join to see) Are you a Long Serving member of the USAF or USAFR?
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I earned the award from my time in the air force and I am currently in the army reserve.
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LTC (Join to see) My current dentist served during the 1969-1970s. After a full
mouth restoration for a General’s wife he was allowed to choose his next duty station. He selected Japan. Being extremely solicitous of senior flight line personnel, his weekends were spent traveling to choice destinations around the Orient.
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