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"Hover" over ribbon to see its name and qualifying requirements. It occurs to me that with all the technical advisors on the show the ribbons and medals worn by the various characters would not only be valid but might provide even further insight into each of the characters "backstories." Of course the task would be too daunting to do the backgrounds on ALL of the them but I thought I'd try at least the main characters. This was one of the most difficult web pages to produce. I've tried to obtain a "viewable" screen capture of their ribbon racks - and graphically enhance it somewhat if I could.



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Lieutenant Colonel Sarah MacKenzie
(Catherine Bell)

  Meritorious Service Medal - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who distinguished themselves by outstanding non-combat meritorious achievement or service to the United States subsequent to 16 January 1969. Normally, the acts or services rendered must be comparable to that required for the Legion of Merit but in a duty of lesser though considerable responsibility. Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
Combat Action Ribbon - captain (or colonel in the Marine Corps) and below who have actively participated in ground or surface combat. The recipient must have participated in a bona fide ground or surface combat firefight or in an action during which he was under enemy fire and his performance while under fire was satisfactory. Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation. National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995.
War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal - a soldier must be assigned to a unit participating in designated operations for 30 consecutive days or for 60 nonconsecutive days in the Area of Eligibility; or, be engaged in actual combat against the enemy and under circumstances involving grave danger of death or serious bodily injury; or killed or wounded/injured requiring medical evacuation; or, fly equivalent numbers of sorties in direct support of Operations Enduring Freedom and/or Iraqi Freedom. War on Terrorism Service Medal - soldiers who have participated in, or support of, Global War on Terrorism Operations outside the designated areas of eligibility for the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal ie airport security operations (from 27 September 2001 through 31 May 2002) Operations Noble Eagle, Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service

  • Meritorius Service Medal
  • Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
  • Combat Action Ribbon
  • Meritorious Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • War on Terrorism Expeditionary medal
  • War on Terrorism Service
  • Navy and Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon

    • also:
  • Marine Corps Expert Rifle Breast Badge
  • Marine Corps Expert Pistol Breast Badge



    • Captain Harmon Rabb Jr. (David James Elliott)

    Hs early ribbonsHs ribbons 10th sesaon   Silver Star Medal - The Silver Star is awarded to a person who is cited for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States. The required gallantry, while of a lesser degree than that required for award of the Distinguished Service Cross, must nevertheless have been performed with marked distinction. Distinguished Flying Cross - awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces of the United States, distinguishes himself by heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight. The act of heroism must be evidenced by voluntary action above and beyond the call of duty and resulted in an accomplishment so exceptional and outstanding as to clearly set the individual apart from his comrades or from other persons in similar circumstances.
    Combat Action Ribbon - captain (or colonel in the Marine Corps) and below who have actively participated in ground or surface combat. The recipient must have participated in a bona fide ground or surface combat firefight or in an action during which he was under enemy fire and his performance while under fire was satisfactory. Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation. National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995.
    Southwest Asia Service Medal - Individuals who have served in support of Operation Desert Shield or Desert Storm, in designated geographical areas. Kosovo Campaign War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal - a soldier must be assigned to a unit participating in designated operations for 30 consecutive days or for 60 nonconsecutive days in the Area of Eligibility; or, be engaged in actual combat against the enemy and under circumstances involving grave danger of death or serious bodily injury; or killed or wounded/injured requiring medical evacuation; or, fly equivalent numbers of sorties in direct support of Operations Enduring Freedom and/or Iraqi Freedom.
    War on Terrorism Service Medal - soldiers who have participated in, or support of, Global War on Terrorism Operations outside the designated areas of eligibility for the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal ie airport security operations (from 27 September 2001 through 31 May 2002) Operations Noble Eagle, Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. Kuwait Liberation (Kuwait) - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served in support of Operation Desert Shield or Desert Storm in one or more of the following areas between 2 August 1990 and 31 August 1993: Arabian Gulf, Red Sea, Gulf of Oman, Gulf of Aden, that portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees North latitude and west of 68 degrees East longitude, as well as the total land areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. Romainian Medal - Harm qualified for this ribbon by chaperoning/guarding the 'princess' and saving her from an assassin.

  • Silver Star
  • Distinguished Flying Cross
  • Combat Action Ribbon
  • Meritorious Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Southwest Asia Service Medal
  • Kosovo Campaign
  • War on Terrorism Expeditionary medal
  • War on Terrorism Service
  • Kuwait Liberation Medal (Kuwait)
  • Romanian Medal

    • also:
  • Gold Aviator Wings



    • Commander Bud Roberts (Patrick Labyorteaux)

    Purple Heart - Awarded in the name of the President of the United States to any member of an Armed Force who, after 5 April 1917, has been wounded or killed, or who has died or may hereafter die after being wounded; requiring treatment by a medical officer. Navy Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 18 December 1944, it is awarded by the Secretary to any ship, aircraft, detachment, or other unit of the naval service of the United States Navy which has, subsequent to 6 December 1941, distinguished itself by outstanding heroism in action against the enemy, but not sufficient to justify award of the Presidential Unit Citation. National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995.
    War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal - a soldier must be assigned to a unit participating in designated operations for 30 consecutive days or for 60 nonconsecutive days in the Area of Eligibility; or, be engaged in actual combat against the enemy and under circumstances involving grave danger of death or serious bodily injury; or killed or wounded/injured requiring medical evacuation; or, fly equivalent numbers of sorties in direct support of Operations Enduring Freedom and/or Iraqi Freedom. War on Terrorism Service Medal - soldiers who have participated in, or support of, Global War on Terrorism Operations outside the designated areas of eligibility for the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal ie airport security operations (from 27 September 2001 through 31 May 2002) Operations Noble Eagle, Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. Navy Sea Service Deployment

  • Purple Heart
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • War on Terrorism Expeditionary medal
  • War on Terrorism Service
  • Navy Sea Service Deployment Ribbon



    • PO Jennifer Coates (Zoe McClellan)

    Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation. US Navy Good Conduct (Enlisted Only)
    National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal - a soldier must be assigned to a unit participating in designated operations for 30 consecutive days or for 60 nonconsecutive days in the Area of Eligibility; or, be engaged in actual combat against the enemy and under circumstances involving grave danger of death or serious bodily injury; or killed or wounded/injured requiring medical evacuation; or, fly equivalent numbers of sorties in direct support of Operations Enduring Freedom and/or Iraqi Freedom. Navy Sea Service Deployment

  • Meritorious Unit Commendation
  • Navy Good Conduct (only given to enlisted)
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
  • Sea Service



    • Commander Sturgis Turner (Scott Lawrence)

    Bronze Star - Awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity in or with the military of the United States after 6 December 1941, distinguished himself or herself by heroic or meritorious achievement or service, not involving participation in aerial flight, while engaged in an action or operation against an enemy of the United States which are of lesser degree than required for the award of the Silver Star. Meritorious Service Medal - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who distinguished themselves by outstanding non-combat meritorious achievement or service to the United States subsequent to 16 January 1969. Normally, the acts or services rendered must be comparable to that required for the Legion of Merit but in a duty of lesser though considerable responsibility.
    Navy & MC Commendation medal Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal Navy Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 18 December 1944, it is awarded by the Secretary to any ship, aircraft, detachment, or other unit of the naval service of the United States Navy which has, subsequent to 6 December 1941, distinguished itself by outstanding heroism in action against the enemy, but not sufficient to justify award of the Presidential Unit Citation.
    Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation. National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. War on Terrorism Service Medal - soldiers who have participated in, or support of, Global War on Terrorism Operations outside the designated areas of eligibility for the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal ie airport security operations (from 27 September 2001 through 31 May 2002) Operations Noble Eagle, Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom.
    Humanitarian Service Medal - is awarded to members of the Armed Forces who distinguish themselves by meritorious direct participation in any significant military act or operation of a humanitarian nature approved by the Department of Defense. The medal is not awarded for participation in domestic disturbances involving law enforcement, equal rights to citizens, or protection of properties. Navy Sea Service Deployment Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service

  • Bronze Star
  • Meritorius Service Medal
  • Navy & MC Commendation Medal
  • Navy & MC Achievement Medal
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • Meritorius Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • War on Terrorism Service Medal
  • Humanitarian Service Medal
  • Navy Sea Service Deployment
  • Navy & MC Overseas Service



    • Gen Gordon Cresswell (David Andrews)

        Silver Star Medal - The Silver Star is awarded to a person who is cited for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States. The required gallantry, while of a lesser degree than that required for award of the Distinguished Service Cross, must nevertheless have been performed with marked distinction. Purple Heart - Awarded in the name of the President of the United States to any member of an Armed Force who, after 5 April 1917, has been wounded or killed, or who has died or may hereafter die after being wounded; requiring treatment by a medical officer.
        Meritorious Service Medal - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who distinguished themselves by outstanding non-combat meritorious achievement or service to the United States subsequent to 16 January 1969. Normally, the acts or services rendered must be comparable to that required for the Legion of Merit but in a duty of lesser though considerable responsibility. Navy & MC Commendation Medal
        Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal Navy MC Medal
        Presidential Unit Citation - The Navy Presidential Unit Citation is awarded in the name of the President to units of the Armed Forces of the United States and cobelligerent nations for extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy. The unit must have accomplished its mission under such extremely difficult and hazardous conditions to set it apart from and above other units participating in the same campaign. The degree of heroism required is the same as that which would be required for award of a Navy Cross to an individual. Navy Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 18 December 1944, it is awarded by the Secretary to any ship, aircraft, detachment, or other unit of the naval service of the United States Navy which has, subsequent to 6 December 1941, distinguished itself by outstanding heroism in action against the enemy, but not sufficient to justify award of the Presidential Unit Citation.
        Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation. Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal
      National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who after 1 July 1958 participate as members of U.S. military units in a U.S. military action supporting U.S.,United Nations or friendly foreign nations and encounter foreign armed opposition, or are otherwise placed in such a position that hostile action by foreign armed forces was imminent even though it does not materialize; where no other U.S. campaign medal is approved. Southwest Asia Service Medal - Individuals who have served in support of Operation Desert Shield or Desert Storm, in designated geographical areas.
      War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal - a soldier must be assigned to a unit participating in designated operations for 30 consecutive days or for 60 nonconsecutive days in the Area of Eligibility; or, be engaged in actual combat against the enemy and under circumstances involving grave danger of death or serious bodily injury; or killed or wounded/injured requiring medical evacuation; or, fly equivalent numbers of sorties in direct support of Operations Enduring Freedom and/or Iraqi Freedom. War on Terrorism Service Medal - soldiers who have participated in, or support of, Global War on Terrorism Operations outside the designated areas of eligibility for the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal ie airport security operations (from 27 September 2001 through 31 May 2002) Operations Noble Eagle, Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. Humanitarian Service Medal - is awarded to members of the Armed Forces who distinguish themselves by meritorious direct participation in any significant military act or operation of a humanitarian nature approved by the Department of Defense. The medal is not awarded for participation in domestic disturbances involving law enforcement, equal rights to citizens, or protection of properties.
    Navy Sea Service Deployment Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service Liberation of Kuwait (Saudi Arabia) - Members of the Armed Forces of the United States must have served in support of Operation Desert Storm between 17 January 1991 and 28 February 1991 in one of the following areas: Persian Gulf; Red Sea; Gulf of Oman; that portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees North latitude and west of 68 degrees East longitude; the Gulf of Aden; or the total land areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. Kuwait Liberation (Kuwait) - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served in support of Operation Desert Shield or Desert Storm in one or more of the following areas between 2 August 1990 and 31 August 1993: Arabian Gulf, Red Sea, Gulf of Oman, Gulf of Aden, that portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees North latitude and west of 68 degrees East longitude, as well as the total land areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates.

  • Silver Star
  • Purple Heart
  • Meritorius Service Medal
  • Navy & MC Commendation Medal
  • Navy & MC Achievement Medal
  • Navy & Marine Corps Medal
  • Presidential Unit Citation
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • Meritorius Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
  • Southwest Asia Service Medal
  • War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
  • War on Terrorism Service Medal
  • Humanitarian Service Medal
  • Navy Sea Service Deployment
  • Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service
  • Liberation of Kuwait (Saudi Arabia)
  • Kuwait Liberation Medal (Kuwait)

    • Also:
  • Marine Corps Expert Rifle Breast Badge
  • Marine Corps Expert Pistol Breast Badge



    • Admiral AJ Chegwidden (John M. Jackson)

        Navy Cross - Any person who, while serving with the Navy or Marine Corps, distinguishes himself in action by extraordinary heroism not justifying an award of the Medal of Honor. The action, against an enemy of the United States, must be performed in the presence of great danger or at great personal risk and must be performed in such a manner as to render the individual highly conspicuous among others of equal grade, rate, experience, or position of responsibility.  
    Bronze Star - Awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity in or with the military of the United States after 6 December 1941, distinguished himself or herself by heroic or meritorious achievement or service, not involving participation in aerial flight, while engaged in an action or operation against an enemy of the United States which are of lesser degree than required for the award of the Silver Star. Purple Heart - Awarded in the name of the President of the United States to any member of an Armed Force who, after 5 April 1917, has been wounded or killed, or who has died or may hereafter die after being wounded; requiring treatment by a medical officer. Navy & MC Commendation Medal
    Combat Action Ribbon - captain (or colonel in the Marine Corps) and below who have actively participated in ground or surface combat. The recipient must have participated in a bona fide ground or surface combat firefight or in an action during which he was under enemy fire and his performance while under fire was satisfactory. Navy Expeditionary Medal National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995.
    Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who after 1 July 1958 participate as members of U.S. military units in a U.S. military action supporting U.S.,United Nations or friendly foreign nations and encounter foreign armed opposition, or are otherwise placed in such a position that hostile action by foreign armed forces was imminent even though it does not materialize; where no other U.S. campaign medal is approved. Vietnam Service Medal - Awarded to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States serving in Vietnam and contiguous waters or airspace thereover, after 3 July 1965 through 28 March 1973. Members of the Armed Forces of the United States in Thailand, Laos, or Cambodia, or the airspace thereover, during the same period and serving in direct support of operations in Vietnam are also eligible for this award. Southwest Asia Service Medal - Individuals who have served in support of Operation Desert Shield or Desert Storm, in designated geographical areas.
    Republic of Vietnam Callantry Cross Unit Citation - Awarded by the Vietnam Government to military personnel who have accomplished deeds of valor or displayed heroic conduct while fighting the enemy and have been cited individually at the regiment, brigade, division, corps, or armed forces level. All personnel who served in Vietnam wear the RVN Gallantry Cross unit citation. Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal - Served in the Republic of Vietnam for six months during the period of 1 March 1961 and 28 March 1973; or, outside the geographical limits of the Republic of Vietnam and contributed direct combat support to the Republic of Vietnam and Armed Forces for six months. Six months service is not required for individuals who were wounded by hostile forces; killed in action or otherwise in line of duty; or captured by hostile forces. Liberation of Kuwait (Saudi Arabia) - Members of the Armed Forces of the United States must have served in support of Operation Desert Storm between 17 January 1991 and 28 February 1991 in one of the following areas: Persian Gulf; Red Sea; Gulf of Oman; that portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees North latitude and west of 68 degrees East longitude; the Gulf of Aden; or the total land areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates.

  • Navy Cross
  • Bronze Star with a bronze 'V' for valor
  • Purple Heart
  • Navy & MC Commendation Medal with a gold star
  • Combat Action Ribbon
  • Navy Expeditionary Medal
  • National Defense Medal with a bronze star
  • Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
  • Vietnam Service Medal with a bronze star
  • Southwest Asia Service Medal
  • Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross Medal
  • Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal
  • Liberation of Kuwait (Saudi Arabia) Medal

    • Also:
  • SEAL Trident



    • Lt Commander Harriet (Simms) Roberts (Karri Turner)      

    National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Naval Reserve Medal (obsolete)

  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Naval Reserve medal (obsolete)



    • Lt Catherine Graves (Jordana Spiro)

    Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
    Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation. National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service

  • Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
  • Meritorius Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Navy & MC Overseas Service Medal



    • Lt Tali Mayfield (Meta Golding)

    Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
    Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation. National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Navy Sea Service Deployment

  • Navy & MC Achievement Medal
  • Meritorious Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Navy Sea Service Deployment



    • Lt Gregory Vukovick (Chris Beetem)

    Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
    Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation. National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Navy Sea Service Deployment

  • Navy & MC Achievement Medal
  • Meritorious Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Navy Sea Service Deployment



    • PO Jason Tiner (Chuck Carrington)

    Navy Good Conduct Medal National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Navy Sea Service Deployment

  • Navy Good Conduct (only given to enlisted)
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Navy Sea Service Deployment



    • Gunny Victor Galindez (Randy Vasquez)

    Purple Heart - Awarded in the name of the President of the United States to any member of an Armed Force who, after 5 April 1917, has been wounded or killed, or who has died or may hereafter die after being wounded; requiring treatment by a medical officer.
    Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal Combat Action Ribbon - captain (or colonel in the Marine Corps) and below who have actively participated in ground or surface combat. The recipient must have participated in a bona fide ground or surface combat firefight or in an action during which he was under enemy fire and his performance while under fire was satisfactory. Navy Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 18 December 1944, it is awarded by the Secretary to any ship, aircraft, detachment, or other unit of the naval service of the United States Navy which has, subsequent to 6 December 1941, distinguished itself by outstanding heroism in action against the enemy, but not sufficient to justify award of the Presidential Unit Citation.
    MC Good Conduct Medal Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995.
    Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who after 1 July 1958 participate as members of U.S. military units in a U.S. military action supporting U.S.,United Nations or friendly foreign nations and encounter foreign armed opposition, or are otherwise placed in such a position that hostile action by foreign armed forces was imminent even though it does not materialize; where no other U.S. campaign medal is approved. Navy Sea Service Deployment Liberation of Kuwait (Saudi Arabia) - Members of the Armed Forces of the United States must have served in support of Operation Desert Storm between 17 January 1991 and 28 February 1991 in one of the following areas: Persian Gulf; Red Sea; Gulf of Oman; that portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees North latitude and west of 68 degrees East longitude; the Gulf of Aden; or the total land areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates.

  • Purple Heart
  • Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
  • Combat Action Ribbon
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal
  • Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
  • Sea Service Deployment Ribbon
  • Kuwait Liberation Medal (Saudi Arabia)



    • Lt Loren Singer (Nanci Chambers)

    Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995.

  • Navy & MC Achievement Medal
  • National Defense Service Medal



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    Cdr Helfman (Judge) (Jennifer Savidge)

    Navy & MC Commendation medal Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
    Navy Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 18 December 1944, it is awarded by the Secretary to any ship, aircraft, detachment, or other unit of the naval service of the United States Navy which has, subsequent to 6 December 1941, distinguished itself by outstanding heroism in action against the enemy, but not sufficient to justify award of the Presidential Unit Citation. National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Liberation of Kuwait (Saudi Arabia) - Members of the Armed Forces of the United States must have served in support of Operation Desert Storm between 17 January 1991 and 28 February 1991 in one of the following areas: Persian Gulf; Red Sea; Gulf of Oman; that portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees North latitude and west of 68 degrees East longitude; the Gulf of Aden; or the total land areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates.

  • Navy & MC Commendation Medal
  • Navy & MC Achievement Medal
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Liberation of Kuwait (Saudi Arabia)



    • Cdr ? (Judge)(?)

    Navy & MC Commendation medal
    Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal Navy Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 18 December 1944, it is awarded by the Secretary to any ship, aircraft, detachment, or other unit of the naval service of the United States Navy which has, subsequent to 6 December 1941, distinguished itself by outstanding heroism in action against the enemy, but not sufficient to justify award of the Presidential Unit Citation. Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation.
    National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Navy Sea Service Deployment Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service

  • Navy & MC Commendation medal
  • Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • Meritorius Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Navy Sea Service Deployment
  • Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service



    • Rear Admiral Stiles Morris (Judge) (Harrison Page)

    Meritorious Service Medal - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who distinguished themselves by outstanding non-combat meritorious achievement or service to the United States subsequent to 16 January 1969. Normally, the acts or services rendered must be comparable to that required for the Legion of Merit but in a duty of lesser though considerable responsibility. Joint Service Commendation Medal - Awarded to any member of the US Armed Forces who is distinguished by Meritorious Achievement or Service while Assigned to a Joint Activity. The degree of merit need not be unique but must be distinctive. Bronze V device worn to denote Valor/Heroism in Combat. Navy & MC Commendation medal
    Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal Combat Action Ribbon - captain (or colonel in the Marine Corps) and below who have actively participated in ground or surface combat. The recipient must have participated in a bona fide ground or surface combat firefight or in an action during which he was under enemy fire and his performance while under fire was satisfactory. Navy Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 18 December 1944, it is awarded by the Secretary to any ship, aircraft, detachment, or other unit of the naval service of the United States Navy which has, subsequent to 6 December 1941, distinguished itself by outstanding heroism in action against the enemy, but not sufficient to justify award of the Presidential Unit Citation.
    Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation. National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who after 1 July 1958 participate as members of U.S. military units in a U.S. military action supporting U.S.,United Nations or friendly foreign nations and encounter foreign armed opposition, or are otherwise placed in such a position that hostile action by foreign armed forces was imminent even though it does not materialize; where no other U.S. campaign medal is approved.
    Vietnam Service Medal - Awarded to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States serving in Vietnam and contiguous waters or airspace thereover, after 3 July 1965 through 28 March 1973. Members of the Armed Forces of the United States in Thailand, Laos, or Cambodia, or the airspace thereover, during the same period and serving in direct support of operations in Vietnam are also eligible for this award. Southwest Asia Service Medal - Individuals who have served in support of Operation Desert Shield or Desert Storm, in designated geographical areas. Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service
    Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal - Served in the Republic of Vietnam for six months during the period of 1 March 1961 and 28 March 1973; or, outside the geographical limits of the Republic of Vietnam and contributed direct combat support to the Republic of Vietnam and Armed Forces for six months. Six months service is not required for individuals who were wounded by hostile forces; killed in action or otherwise in line of duty; or captured by hostile forces. Liberation of Kuwait (Saudi Arabia) - Members of the Armed Forces of the United States must have served in support of Operation Desert Storm between 17 January 1991 and 28 February 1991 in one of the following areas: Persian Gulf; Red Sea; Gulf of Oman; that portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees North latitude and west of 68 degrees East longitude; the Gulf of Aden; or the total land areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. Kuwait Liberation (Kuwait) - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served in support of Operation Desert Shield or Desert Storm in one or more of the following areas between 2 August 1990 and 31 August 1993: Arabian Gulf, Red Sea, Gulf of Oman, Gulf of Aden, that portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees North latitude and west of 68 degrees East longitude, as well as the total land areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates.

  • Meritorious Service Medal
  • Joint Service Commendation Medal
  • Navy & MC Commendation medal
  • Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
  • Combat Action Ribbon
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • Meritorius Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
  • Vietnam Service Medal
  • Southwest Asia Service Medal
  • Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service
  • Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal
  • Liberation of Kuwait (Saudi Arabia)
  • Kuwait Liberation (Kuwait)



    • Col Bootney (Judge) (Patrick St. Esprit)

    Joint Service Commendation Medal - Awarded to any member of the US Armed Forces who is distinguished by Meritorious Achievement or Service while Assigned to a Joint Activity. The degree of merit need not be unique but must be distinctive. Bronze V device worn to denote Valor/Heroism in Combat. Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
    Combat Action Ribbon - captain (or colonel in the Marine Corps) and below who have actively participated in ground or surface combat. The recipient must have participated in a bona fide ground or surface combat firefight or in an action during which he was under enemy fire and his performance while under fire was satisfactory. Navy Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 18 December 1944, it is awarded by the Secretary to any ship, aircraft, detachment, or other unit of the naval service of the United States Navy which has, subsequent to 6 December 1941, distinguished itself by outstanding heroism in action against the enemy, but not sufficient to justify award of the Presidential Unit Citation. Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation.
    Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Southwest Asia Service Medal - Individuals who have served in support of Operation Desert Shield or Desert Storm, in designated geographical areas. Humanitarian Service Medal - is awarded to members of the Armed Forces who distinguish themselves by meritorious direct participation in any significant military act or operation of a humanitarian nature approved by the Department of Defense. The medal is not awarded for participation in domestic disturbances involving law enforcement, equal rights to citizens, or protection of properties.
    Navy Sea Service Deployment Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service Liberation of Kuwait (Saudi Arabia) - Members of the Armed Forces of the United States must have served in support of Operation Desert Storm between 17 January 1991 and 28 February 1991 in one of the following areas: Persian Gulf; Red Sea; Gulf of Oman; that portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees North latitude and west of 68 degrees East longitude; the Gulf of Aden; or the total land areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. Kuwait Liberation (Kuwait) - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served in support of Operation Desert Shield or Desert Storm in one or more of the following areas between 2 August 1990 and 31 August 1993: Arabian Gulf, Red Sea, Gulf of Oman, Gulf of Aden, that portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees North latitude and west of 68 degrees East longitude, as well as the total land areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates.

  • Joint Service Commendation Medal
  • Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
  • Combat Action Ribbon
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • Meritorius Unit Commendation
  • Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Southwest Asia Service Medal
  • Humanitarian Service Medal
  • Navy Sea Service Deployment
  • Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service
  • Liberation of Kuwait (Saudi Arabia)
  • Kuwait Liberation (Kuwait)



    • Capt. Owen Sebring (Judge) (Corbin Bernsen)

    Navy & MC Commendation medal
    Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal Navy Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 18 December 1944, it is awarded by the Secretary to any ship, aircraft, detachment, or other unit of the naval service of the United States Navy which has, subsequent to 6 December 1941, distinguished itself by outstanding heroism in action against the enemy, but not sufficient to justify award of the Presidential Unit Citation. Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation.
    National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Vietnam Service Medal - Awarded to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States serving in Vietnam and contiguous waters or airspace thereover, after 3 July 1965 through 28 March 1973. Members of the Armed Forces of the United States in Thailand, Laos, or Cambodia, or the airspace thereover, during the same period and serving in direct support of operations in Vietnam are also eligible for this award. Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal - Served in the Republic of Vietnam for six months during the period of 1 March 1961 and 28 March 1973; or, outside the geographical limits of the Republic of Vietnam and contributed direct combat support to the Republic of Vietnam and Armed Forces for six months. Six months service is not required for individuals who were wounded by hostile forces; killed in action or otherwise in line of duty; or captured by hostile forces.

  • Navy & MC Commendation medal
  • Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • Meritorius Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Vietnam Service Medal
  • Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal



    • Col Blakely (Judge) (John DeMita)





  • Captain Henry Delario (Judge)(Kent McCord)





  • Capt. Richard Carey (Judge)(Richard McGonagle)





  • (Judge) (Thom Barry)

    Navy Cross - Any person who, while serving with the Navy or Marine Corps, distinguishes himself in action by extraordinary heroism not justifying an award of the Medal of Honor. The action, against an enemy of the United States, must be performed in the presence of great danger or at great personal risk and must be performed in such a manner as to render the individual highly conspicuous among others of equal grade, rate, experience, or position of responsibility. The Legion of Merit is awarded for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. The performance must have been such as to merit recognition of key individuals for service rendered in a clearly exceptional manner. Navy MC Medal
    Bronze Star - Awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity in or with the military of the United States after 6 December 1941, distinguished himself or herself by heroic or meritorious achievement or service, not involving participation in aerial flight, while engaged in an action or operation against an enemy of the United States which are of lesser degree than required for the award of the Silver Star. Purple Heart - Awarded in the name of the President of the United States to any member of an Armed Force who, after 5 April 1917, has been wounded or killed, or who has died or may hereafter die after being wounded; requiring treatment by a medical officer. Joint Service Commendation Medal - Awarded to any member of the US Armed Forces who is distinguished by Meritorious Achievement or Service while Assigned to a Joint Activity. The degree of merit need not be unique but must be distinctive. Bronze V device worn to denote Valor/Heroism in Combat.
    Combat Action Ribbon - captain (or colonel in the Marine Corps) and below who have actively participated in ground or surface combat. The recipient must have participated in a bona fide ground or surface combat firefight or in an action during which he was under enemy fire and his performance while under fire was satisfactory. Prisoner of War Medal- Awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces of the United States, was taken prisoner and held captive after 5 April 1917. National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995.
    Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who after 1 July 1958 participate as members of U.S. military units in a U.S. military action supporting U.S.,United Nations or friendly foreign nations and encounter foreign armed opposition, or are otherwise placed in such a position that hostile action by foreign armed forces was imminent even though it does not materialize; where no other U.S. campaign medal is approved. Vietnam Service Medal - Awarded to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States serving in Vietnam and contiguous waters or airspace thereover, after 3 July 1965 through 28 March 1973. Members of the Armed Forces of the United States in Thailand, Laos, or Cambodia, or the airspace thereover, during the same period and serving in direct support of operations in Vietnam are also eligible for this award. Southwest Asia Service Medal - Individuals who have served in support of Operation Desert Shield or Desert Storm, in designated geographical areas.
    Republic of Vietnam Callantry Cross Unit Citation - Awarded by the Vietnam Government to military personnel who have accomplished deeds of valor or displayed heroic conduct while fighting the enemy and have been cited individually at the regiment, brigade, division, corps, or armed forces level. All personnel who served in Vietnam wear the RVN Gallantry Cross unit citation. Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal - Served in the Republic of Vietnam for six months during the period of 1 March 1961 and 28 March 1973; or, outside the geographical limits of the Republic of Vietnam and contributed direct combat support to the Republic of Vietnam and Armed Forces for six months. Six months service is not required for individuals who were wounded by hostile forces; killed in action or otherwise in line of duty; or captured by hostile forces. Liberation of Kuwait (Saudi Arabia) - Members of the Armed Forces of the United States must have served in support of Operation Desert Storm between 17 January 1991 and 28 February 1991 in one of the following areas: Persian Gulf; Red Sea; Gulf of Oman; that portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees North latitude and west of 68 degrees East longitude; the Gulf of Aden; or the total land areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates.

  • Navy Cross
  • The Legion of Merit
  • Navy MC Medal
  • Bronze Star
  • Purple Heart
  • Joint Service Commendation Medal
  • Combat Action Ribbon
  • Prisoner of War Medal
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
  • Vietnam Service Medal
  • Southwest Asia Service Medal
  • Republic of Vietnam Callantry Cross
  • Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal
  • Liberation of Kuwait (Saudi Arabia)



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    Recurring Characters

    Lt JG Meg Austin (Tracey Needham)

    Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation. National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995.

  • Meritorious Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal



    • Lt Caitlin Pike (Angela Parker)

    Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation.

  • Meritorious Unit Commendation



    • Cdr Alison Krenick (Andrea Thompson)

    Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation. National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995.

  • Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
  • Meritorious Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal



    • Cdr Ted Lindsey (W.K. Stratton)

    Meritorious Service Medal - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who distinguished themselves by outstanding non-combat meritorious achievement or service to the United States subsequent to 16 January 1969. Normally, the acts or services rendered must be comparable to that required for the Legion of Merit but in a duty of lesser though considerable responsibility. Joint Service Commendation Medal - Awarded to any member of the US Armed Forces who is distinguished by Meritorious Achievement or Service while Assigned to a Joint Activity. The degree of merit need not be unique but must be distinctive. Bronze V device worn to denote Valor/Heroism in Combat. Navy & MC Commendation medal
    Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service

  • Meritorius Service Medal
  • Joint Service Commendation Medal
  • Navy & MC Commendation Medal
  • Navy & MC Achievement Medal
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Navy & MC Overseas Service



    • Admiral Thomas Boone (Terry O'Quinn)

    Navy Cross - Any person who, while serving with the Navy or Marine Corps, distinguishes himself in action by extraordinary heroism not justifying an award of the Medal of Honor. The action, against an enemy of the United States, must be performed in the presence of great danger or at great personal risk and must be performed in such a manner as to render the individual highly conspicuous among others of equal grade, rate, experience, or position of responsibility. Silver Star Medal - The Silver Star is awarded to a person who is cited for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States. The required gallantry, while of a lesser degree than that required for award of the Distinguished Service Cross, must nevertheless have been performed with marked distinction. Distinguished Flying Cross - awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces of the United States, distinguishes himself by heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight. The act of heroism must be evidenced by voluntary action above and beyond the call of duty and resulted in an accomplishment so exceptional and outstanding as to clearly set the individual apart from his comrades or from other persons in similar circumstances.
    Navy MC Medal Purple Heart - Awarded in the name of the President of the United States to any member of an Armed Force who, after 5 April 1917, has been wounded or killed, or who has died or may hereafter die after being wounded; requiring treatment by a medical officer. Meritorious Service Medal - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who distinguished themselves by outstanding non-combat meritorious achievement or service to the United States subsequent to 16 January 1969. Normally, the acts or services rendered must be comparable to that required for the Legion of Merit but in a duty of lesser though considerable responsibility.
    Air Medal - awarded to any person who distinguished himself by meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight either for single acts of merit or heroism or for meritorious service. Intended for participants in aerial flight on a regular and frequent basis in the performance of their primary duties. Navy & MC Commendation medal Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
    Combat Action Ribbon - captain (or colonel in the Marine Corps) and below who have actively participated in ground or surface combat. The recipient must have participated in a bona fide ground or surface combat firefight or in an action during which he was under enemy fire and his performance while under fire was satisfactory. Navy Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 18 December 1944, it is awarded by the Secretary to any ship, aircraft, detachment, or other unit of the naval service of the United States Navy which has, subsequent to 6 December 1941, distinguished itself by outstanding heroism in action against the enemy, but not sufficient to justify award of the Presidential Unit Citation. Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation.
    Navy Expeditionary Medal National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Vietnam Service Medal - Awarded to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States serving in Vietnam and contiguous waters or airspace thereover, after 3 July 1965 through 28 March 1973. Members of the Armed Forces of the United States in Thailand, Laos, or Cambodia, or the airspace thereover, during the same period and serving in direct support of operations in Vietnam are also eligible for this award.
    Southwest Asia Service Medal - Individuals who have served in support of Operation Desert Shield or Desert Storm, in designated geographical areas. Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal - Served in the Republic of Vietnam for six months during the period of 1 March 1961 and 28 March 1973; or, outside the geographical limits of the Republic of Vietnam and contributed direct combat support to the Republic of Vietnam and Armed Forces for six months. Six months service is not required for individuals who were wounded by hostile forces; killed in action or otherwise in line of duty; or captured by hostile forces. Liberation of Kuwait (Saudi Arabia) - Members of the Armed Forces of the United States must have served in support of Operation Desert Storm between 17 January 1991 and 28 February 1991 in one of the following areas: Persian Gulf; Red Sea; Gulf of Oman; that portion of the Arabian Sea that lies north of 10 degrees North latitude and west of 68 degrees East longitude; the Gulf of Aden; or the total land areas of Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates.

  • Navy Cross
  • Silver Star Medal
  • Distinguished Flying Cross
  • Navy & MC Medal
  • Bronze Star (worn on Captains uniform but not Admirals)
  • Purple Heart
  • Air Medal (Additional medal on Admiral uniform)
  • Navy & MC Commendation medal (Additional on Admiral uniform)
  • Meritorious Service Medal
  • Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
  • Combat Action Ribbon
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • Meritorius Unit Commendation
  • Navy Expeditionary Medal (Additional on Admiral uniform)
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Vietnam Service Medal
  • Southwest Asia Service Medal
  • Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal
  • Liberation of Kuwait (Saudi Arabia)

    • Mick Brumby (Trevor Goddard)


  • These are Australian (and international force) ribbons; however, an extensive search - with the help of several Australian military buffs - force me to believe that the JAG staff didn't put as much effort toward authenticity for these ribbons as they did the US military ribbons. No one on the "official" staff has confirmed the errors; but, there is no scenario, under Australian military rules/regulations, that Brumby could have legitimately obtained the ribbons depicted, especially under his age and episode parameters. Additionally, there is no scenario which would account for his complete change of ribbons between seasons.
  • A separate page with all known Brumby ribbons is here.



    • Lt Cdr Alan Mattoni (Rif Hutton)

    Navy & MC Commendation medal Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal Navy Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 18 December 1944, it is awarded by the Secretary to any ship, aircraft, detachment, or other unit of the naval service of the United States Navy which has, subsequent to 6 December 1941, distinguished itself by outstanding heroism in action against the enemy, but not sufficient to justify award of the Presidential Unit Citation.
    Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation. National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service

  • Navy & MC Commendation medal
  • Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • Meritorius Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service



    • Teresa Coulter (Trisha Yearwood)

    Navy & MC Commendation medal Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
    Navy Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 18 December 1944, it is awarded by the Secretary to any ship, aircraft, detachment, or other unit of the naval service of the United States Navy which has, subsequent to 6 December 1941, distinguished itself by outstanding heroism in action against the enemy, but not sufficient to justify award of the Presidential Unit Citation. Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation. Navy Reserve Meritorius Unit Medal
    National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Southwest Asia Service Medal - Individuals who have served in support of Operation Desert Shield or Desert Storm, in designated geographical areas. Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service

  • Navy & MC Commendation medal
  • Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • Meritorius Unit Commendation
  • Navy Reserve Meritorius Unit Medal
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Southwest Asia Service Medal
  • Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service



    • Col Cobb ()

          The Legion of Merit is awarded for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. The performance must have been such as to merit recognition of key individuals for service rendered in a clearly exceptional manner.
        Purple Heart - Awarded in the name of the President of the United States to any member of an Armed Force who, after 5 April 1917, has been wounded or killed, or who has died or may hereafter die after being wounded; requiring treatment by a medical officer. Meritorious Service Medal - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who distinguished themselves by outstanding non-combat meritorious achievement or service to the United States subsequent to 16 January 1969. Normally, the acts or services rendered must be comparable to that required for the Legion of Merit but in a duty of lesser though considerable responsibility.
        Joint Service Commendation Medal - Awarded to any member of the US Armed Forces who is distinguished by Meritorious Achievement or Service while Assigned to a Joint Activity. The degree of merit need not be unique but must be distinctive. Bronze V device worn to denote Valor/Heroism in Combat. Navy & MC Commendation medal
        Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation.
    National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995.
    Vietnam Service Medal - Awarded to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States serving in Vietnam and contiguous waters or airspace thereover, after 3 July 1965 through 28 March 1973. Members of the Armed Forces of the United States in Thailand, Laos, or Cambodia, or the airspace thereover, during the same period and serving in direct support of operations in Vietnam are also eligible for this award. Humanitarian Service Medal - is awarded to members of the Armed Forces who distinguish themselves by meritorious direct participation in any significant military act or operation of a humanitarian nature approved by the Department of Defense. The medal is not awarded for participation in domestic disturbances involving law enforcement, equal rights to citizens, or protection of properties. Navy Sea Service Deployment
    Republic of Vietnam Callantry Cross Unit Citation - Awarded by the Vietnam Government to military personnel who have accomplished deeds of valor or displayed heroic conduct while fighting the enemy and have been cited individually at the regiment, brigade, division, corps, or armed forces level. All personnel who served in Vietnam wear the RVN Gallantry Cross unit citation. Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Unit Citation- awarded certain units by the Vietnamese government for meritorious service during the period 1 March 1961 to 28 March 1974. Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal - Served in the Republic of Vietnam for six months during the period of 1 March 1961 and 28 March 1973; or, outside the geographical limits of the Republic of Vietnam and contributed direct combat support to the Republic of Vietnam and Armed Forces for six months. Six months service is not required for individuals who were wounded by hostile forces; killed in action or otherwise in line of duty; or captured by hostile forces.

  • The Legion of Merit
  • Purple Heart- 3 occurrences
  • Meritorious Service Medal
  • Joint Service Commendation Medal
  • Navy & MC Commendation medal
  • Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
  • Meritorius Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • -Unknown-
  • Vietnam Service Medal
  • Humanitarian Service Medal
  • Navy Sea Service Deployment
  • Republic of Vietnam Callantry Cross Unit Citation
  • Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Unit Citation
  • Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal



    • Lt. Cmdr. Carolyn Imes (Dana Sparks)

    Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal Navy Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 18 December 1944, it is awarded by the Secretary to any ship, aircraft, detachment, or other unit of the naval service of the United States Navy which has, subsequent to 6 December 1941, distinguished itself by outstanding heroism in action against the enemy, but not sufficient to justify award of the Presidential Unit Citation.
    Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation. National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Navy Sea Service Deployment

  • Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • Meritorius Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Navy Sea Service Deployment



    • Admiral (Cameo of "Real" JAG)

    Legion of Merit- awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements; i.e. key individuals for service rendered in a clearly exceptional manner.
    Meritorious Service Medal - Awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who distinguished themselves by outstanding non-combat meritorious achievement or service to the United States subsequent to 16 January 1969. Normally, the acts or services rendered must be comparable to that required for the Legion of Merit but in a duty of lesser though considerable responsibility. Navy & MC Commendation medal Navy Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 18 December 1944, it is awarded by the Secretary to any ship, aircraft, detachment, or other unit of the naval service of the United States Navy which has, subsequent to 6 December 1941, distinguished itself by outstanding heroism in action against the enemy, but not sufficient to justify award of the Presidential Unit Citation.
    Meritorius Unit Commendation - Established by order of the Secretary of the Navy, 17 July 1967, it is awarded by the Secretary to any unit of the Navy or Marine Corps which has distinguished itself under combat or noncombat conditions, by either valorous or meritorious achievement compared to other units performing similar service, but not sufficient to justify the award of the Navy Unit Commendation. National Defense Service Medal - The National Defense Service Medal was awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954, between 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, and between 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995. Vietnam Service Medal - Awarded to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States serving in Vietnam and contiguous waters or airspace thereover, after 3 July 1965 through 28 March 1973. Members of the Armed Forces of the United States in Thailand, Laos, or Cambodia, or the airspace thereover, during the same period and serving in direct support of operations in Vietnam are also eligible for this award.

  • Legion of Merit two stars)
  • Meritorious Service Medal (two stars)
  • Navy Marine Corps Commendation Medal
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • Meritorius Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Vietnam Service Medal




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