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Army Awards and Decorations - Overview
The Purpose of Military Awards
Awards are important symbols of public recognition for rewarding
extraordinary heroism, exceptionally meritorious service, or outstanding
achievement and other acts or services which are above and beyond
that normally expected and which distinguish an individual or unit
among those performing similar acts or services.
Soldiers make many personal and professional sacrifices to ensure
the Army accomplishes its missions and is a respected part of our
society. Acts of valor, heroism, exceptional service, and outstanding
achievement deserve special recognition. The Army awards policy
establishes guidance for recognizing individuals and groups.
The Army awards and decorations program fosters morale, incentive,
and esprit de corps. People or units who receive awards and decorations
under this program must clearly demonstrate sustained and superior
performance.
Awards and Officer Promotions
Although the Army Officer Promotions System does not give points
for personal military awards and decorations. The performance associated
with the awards does have a significant affect on your evaluations
and/or selection board decisions.
Awards and Enlisted Promotions
The Army Promotion System grants up to 100 promotion points
for awards and medals for those soldiers competing for advancement
to Sergeant and Staff Sergeant.
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