UNITED STATES DEFENSE FORCE
Regulation 7: Medals, Awards, and Honorifics
Regulation 7: Medals, Awards, and Honorifics
INDEX
| Chapter | Subsection Title |
| 1 | General Provisions |
| Subsection 1. General Information | |
| Subsection 2. Forum Display | |
| Subsection 3. Habbo Display | |
| 2 | Command & Service Pins |
| Subsection 1. Training Pins | |
| Subsection 2. Service Stripes | |
| Subsection 3. Command Pins | |
| Subsection 4. Practical Training Program Pins | |
| 3 | Medals |
| Subsection 1. General Information | |
| Subsection 2. Medal List | |
| Subsection 3. Medal Description & Issuing Authority |
CHAPTER 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
Subsection 1. General Information
- Medals/awards can only be issued by the issuing authority.
- Anyone found with these medals in their forum signature or stating they have these medals WITHOUT the consent of the approving party can be subject to disciplinary action
- Medals stated in this regulation go in order from highest to lowest.
- Meaning MOH is the highest medal, below it is the Secretary of Defense Distinguished Service Award, etc.
- Service stripes are awarded based on time spent in USDF (and previous Sycron Corp. militaries).
- The first Service Stripe is awarded at 3 months, the second at 6 months and from then on goes up in 6 month steps.
- To request a service stripe, please reference the Service Stripe Request Procedure
Subsection 2. Displaying medals in forum signature
- Personnel are encouraged to display their awarded medals in their forum signature.
- Your ribbon rack must be built using the approved medals and only the medals listed below can be displayed.
- If you have medals from another military, you are welcome to also include them but it must be clearly stated in your signature where they are from.
- For service stripes, they may be included as / within a parentheses ( ). With / being replaced by the number of number of months of service, e.g (
) as (///).
Subsection 3. Displaying medals on Habbo
Please see the Medals section for the proper way to display your medals on Habbo.
CHAPTER 2. COMMAND & SERVICE PINS
Subsection 1. Training Pins
Pins are awarded for conducting a certain amount of trainings (which is tracked by the PTS). They may be earned and worn at any rank. Only OJFD AD+ may approve the addition of a training pin.
| Number of Trainings conducted | Training Pins |
| 100 | ® |
| 200 | © |
| 300 | ©® |
| 400 | ©© |
| 500 | ©©® |
| 600 | ©©© |
Service stripes are displayed in motto as: (/), (//), (///) or (////) until 24 months, which is denoted by asterisks. Issuing Authority of all Service Stripes are Branch Chiefs.
| Service Stripe | Number of months (service) |
 | 3 |
 | 6 |
 | 12 (1 Year) |
 | 18 |
 | 24 (2 Years) |
 | 36 (3 Years) |
Subsection 3. Command Pins
| Name | Pin | Conditions |
| Command Master Chief Petty Officer |  | The CMDCM of an Office (Navy Office HNCO) is able to wear this pin in their forum signature. It should be placed below the ribbon rack and central. |
| Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman |  | The SEAC is permitted to wear this pin in their forum signature. It should be placed below the ribbon rack and central. |
| Command Position |  | Anyone holding a position in Senior Command EL7+ (except the SecDef, CJCS, CNO, CMC, CSA and CSAF) are permitted to wear this pin in their forum signature. It should be placed below the ribbon rack and central. |
| Joint-Chiefs of Staff |  | The CJCS, Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Vice JCS are permitted to wear this pin in their forum signature. It should be placed below the ribbon rack and central. |
| Office of the Secretary of Defense |  | Members of the OSD are permitted to wear this flag in their forum signature. It should be placed below the ribbon rack and central. |
Subsection 4. Practical Training Program (PTP) Pins
- The following awards will be available for wear on the forum signature.
- These pins should be placed in order from highest to lowest across a centered row, with the highest on the left and the lowest on the right.
- If a medal rack is displayed, the PTP pins will be displayed under the medal rack.
- For a full summary of the Practical Training Program please refer here.
CHAPTER 3. MEDALS
Subsection 1. General Information
- Personnel may wear any earned medal, as long as the worn medal is favorited on their PTS profile. This can be done by logging into PTS and selecting the medal from the user profile.
- Medals can be worn with any uniform except the Warfare Uniform, Physical Training Uniform, and the DFMAP Uniform.
- Only combat medals can be worn with the Special Operations Uniform
- All colors are strictly non-HC and no HC substitutions may be made.
- The color definitions can be found in Regulation 2: USDF Standing Orders for Dress.
Subsection 2. Medal List
Sorted from highest to lowest level of precedence.
| Medal | Clothing item | Colors |
| Medal of Honor (MOH) | Straight ribbon with star medal |  Light blue ribbon with gold medal |
| Presidential Medal of Freedom (PMOF) | Straight ribbon with star medal |  Light blue ribbon with silver medal |
| Secretary of Defense Distinguished Service Award (DSA) | Chevron ribbon with medal |  Light green ribbon with gold medal |
| Secretary of Defense Meritorious Service Award (MSA) | Chevron ribbon with medal |  Gold ribbon with gold medal |
| Secretary of Defense Exceptional Service Award (ESA) | Chevron ribbon with medal |  Silver ribbon with gold medal |
| Distinguished Service Cross (DSC) | Chevron ribbon with medal |  Dark blue ribbon with gold medal |
| DepSecDef Award for Distinguished Service (ADS) | Chevron ribbon with medal |  Light red with gold medal |
| DepSecDef Award for Outstanding Service (AOS) | Chevron ribbon with medal |  Light red with silver medal |
| Superior Service Medal (SSM) | Chevron ribbon with medal |  Gold ribbon with silver medal |
| Distinguished Service Medal (DSM) | Chevron ribbon with medal |  Baby blue ribbon with gold medal |
| Silver Star (SS) | Chevron ribbon with medal |  Dark blue ribbon with silver medal |
| Organizational Excellence Medal (OEM) | Chevron ribbon with medal |  Silver ribbon with silver medal |
| Legion of Merit (LoM) | Straight ribbon with medal |  Dark red ribbon with gold medal |
| Joint Meritorious Unit Award (JMUA) | Straight ribbon with medal |  Light blue ribbon with gold medal |
| Exemplary Service Medal (ESM) | Straight ribbon with medal |  Dark blue ribbon with gold medal |
| Bronze Star (BS) | Straight ribbon with medal |  Dark red ribbon with light brown medal |
| Purple Heart (PH) | Straight ribbon with medal |  Dark purple ribbon with gold medal |
| National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) | Straight ribbon with medal |  Light red ribbon with gold medal |
| Overseas Service Ribbon (OSR) | Straight ribbon with medal |  Light blue ribbon with silver medal |
| Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) | Straight ribbon with medal |  Dark green ribbon with silver medal |
| Humanitary Service Medal (HSM) | Straight ribbon with medal |  Dark purple ribbon with silver medal |
| Distinguished Trainer's Medal (DTM) | Straight ribbon with medal |  Light blue ribbon with light brown medal |
| 5 different Non-Combat Awards | Straight ribbon with medal |  Dark blue ribbon with silver medal |
| Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) | Single stripe |  Dark red |
| Army Commendation Medal (ACM) | Triple stripe |  Light green |
| Army Achievement Medal (AAM) | Double stripe |  Light green |
| Navy & Marine Corps Commendation Medal (NCM) | Triple stripe |  Dark blue |
| Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal (NAM) | Double stripe |  Dark blue |
| Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM) | Triple stripe |  Light blue |
| Air Force Achievement Medal (AFAM) | Double stripe |  Light blue |
| MUC + GCM | Double stripe |  Dark blue |
| Joint Service Commendation Medal (JSCM) | Single stripe |  Gold |
| Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM) | Single stripe |  Dark green |
| Meritorious Unit Commendation (MUC) | Single stripe |  Dark blue |
| OCS Scholarly Medal for Exceptional Academic Performance (OCSSMEAP) | Single stripe |  Light blue |
| WO Medal for Exceptional Academic Performance (WOMEAP) | Single stripe | Light blue |
| SNCO Medal for Exceptional Academic Performance (SNCOMEAP) | Single stripe | Light blue |
| Good Conduct Medal (GCM) | Single stripe |  Light red |
| Ceremonial Guard Ribbon (CGR) | Chevron medal |  Dark blue |
| Interactive Combat Campaign Medal (ICCM) | Chevron medal |  Dark green |
| Titans Football Medal (TFM) | Chevron medal |  Black/grey |
Campaign Medals
| Medal | Clothing item | Colors |
| Active Service Expeditionary Medal (ASEM) | Chevron medal |  Gold Chevron |
| Active Service Medal (ASM) | Chevron medal |  Red Chevron |
Civilian Service Medals
| Medal | Clothing item | Colors |
| Armed Forces Civilian Service Medal (AFCSM) | Straight ribbon with medal |  Middle non-HC green ribbon with gold medal |
Subsection 3. Medal Descriptions, Issuing Authorities & Notes
Sorted from highest to lowest level of precedence.
| Medal Name & Ribbon | Issuing Authority | Description | Notes |
Medal of Honor (MOH) | SecDef | The Medal of Honor is awarded for service of phenomenal significance where the contribution has impacted the direction of the United States Defense Force and rendered service at considerable personal sacrifice motivated by a sense of service above all else. It may also be awarded to a person who, while a member of the USDF, distinguishes themselves conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity going above and beyond the call of duty or at self-sacrifice, against an enemy of the United States; while engaged in action or military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force. | - This can be a Combat or Non-Combat Medal. - Regardless of rank (but the medal must be displayed using the Habbo uniform item), if you hold this Medal you will be saluted. Even if a NCO wears the Medal of Honor the sentry will salute them when they enter, or if an officer comes to talk to the NCO, the officer will salute the medal holder; if you come to attention for an officer with the Medal of Honor and they walk past you then you are to salute as they pass. You do not salute if the recipient is sitting, eg. at the information desk you would not salute the Medal of Honor recipient if you sat at the desk with them to ask a question. |
Presidential Medal of Freedom (PMOF) | President | The Presidential Medal of Freedom recognizes both civilians and military personnel who have made an especially meritorious contribution to the security or interests of the United States Defense Force while also working to increase stability within the agencies/militaries communities or related activities, grow and develop the agencies/militaries community within the broader Habbo community, or by involvement in other significant endeavours that advance public interest | - This can be a Combat or Non-Combat Medal. |
Secretary of Defense Distinguished Service Award (DSA) | SecDef | SecDef Distinguished Service Award is awarded for exceptionally meritorious service of exceptional significance where the contribution has rendered service at considerable personal sacrifice motivated by a sense of service to the United States Defense Force above all else. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Secretary of Defense Meritorious Service Award (MSA) | SecDef | The SecDef Meritorious Service Award is awarded for meritorious service of great significance where the contribution has rendered service at personal sacrifice motivated by a sense of service to the United States Defense Force above all else. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Secretary of Defense Exceptional Service Award (ESA) | SecDef | The SecDef Exceptional Service Award is awarded for exceptional service of great significance where the contribution has rendered service at personal sacrifice motivated by a sense of service to the United States Defense Force above all else. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Distinguished Service Cross (DSC) | SecDef, DepSecDef, NSA, USD I&S | The Distinguished Service Cross may be awarded to any person who, while serving with the United States Defense Force, distinguishes themselves in action by extraordinary heroism not justifying an award of the Medal of Honor. The action must take place under one of three circumstances: while engaged in action against an enemy of the United States; while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force. The act must be at self-sacrifice or distinguishing above the "norm". | - This is a Combat Medal. |
DepSecDef Award for Distinguished Service (ADS) | SecDef, DepSecDef | The DepSecDef Award for Distinguished Service is awarded for exceptionally meritorious service of exceptional significance where the contribution has rendered service at considerable personal sacrifice motivated by a sense of service to the United States Defense Force above all else. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
DepSecDef Award for Outstanding Service (AOS) | SecDef, DepSecDef | The DepSecDef Award for Outstanding Service is awarded for meritorious service of great significance where the contribution has rendered service at personal sacrifice motivated by a sense of service to the United States Defense Force above all else. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Superior Service Medal (SSM) | NSC | The Superior Service Medal (SSM) is awarded to members of the United States Defense Force service members who perform superior meritorious service in a position of significant responsibility. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Distinguished Service Medal (DSM) | NSC | The Distinguished Service Medal is awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity with the United States Defense Force, has distinguished themselves by exceptionally meritorious service to the Government in a duty of great responsibility. The performance must be such as to merit recognition for service which is clearly exceptional. Exceptional performance of normal duty will not alone justify an award of this decoration. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Silver Star (SS) | NSA, USD I&S | The Silver Star is awarded to a person who, while serving in any capacity with the United States Defense Force, is cited for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force. | - This is a Combat Medal. |
Organizational Excellence Medal (OEM) | NSC | The Organizational Excellence Medal is awarded to groups of service members of the United States Defense Force for consistently maintaining a successful framework of standards and processes intended to enrich and improve the experience of personnel and fulfill their personal missions. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Legion of Merit (LoM) | NSC | The Legion of Merit is awarded to all members of the United States Defense Force without reference to degree 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. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Joint Meritorious Unit Award (JMUA) | OSD, NSC | The Joint Meritorious Unit Award is awarded to service members in the United States Defense Force who successfully plan, co-ordinate and execute joint tasks, projects or missions to an impeccable standard. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Exemplary Service Medal (ESM) | OSD | The Exemplary Service Medal is a senior non-combat award for acts of extreme heroism not involving actual conflict with an enemy of the United States. To qualify for the Exemplary Service Medal, a person must clearly and consistently put the interests of USDF above their personal interests in addition to clearly dedicating their time and effort to the USDF beyond the level expected of their rank or position. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Bronze Star (BS) | NSA, USD I&S | The Bronze Star Medal (also known as the Bronze Star), is the fifth-highest combat decoration and the tenth-highest military award. The medal may be awarded for acts of heroism, acts of merit, or meritorious service in a combat zone. | - This is a Combat Medal. |
Purple Heart (PH) | NSA, USD I&S | The Purple Heart is awarded to all members of the United States Defense Force which have been wounded (banned on Habbo) when in the line of duty for the United States Defense Force. | - This is a Combat Medal. |
National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) | USD I&S, JSIG, NSC | The National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) is awarded to all service members who serve honorably and faithfully in defense of the United States Defense Force and its personnel. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) | DIRSA, USD I&S, NSC | The Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal is a military award presented to service members of the United States Defense Force who contribute and take part in field missions and expeditions on a local scale. A joint strategic effort to strengthen relationships with the agency and military floor on Habbo.com. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Overseas Service Ribbon (OSR) | DIRSA, USD I&S, NSC | The Overseas Service Ribbon is a military award presented to service members of the United States Defense Force who contribute and take part in field missions and excursions on an international level overseas. Directly contributing to the diplomatic mission of bridging cultures and communities amongst Habbo militaries and agencies from different hotels. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Humanitary Service Medal (HSM) | NSC | The Humanity Service Medal may be awarded to any member of the United States Defense Force who distinguishes himself or herself by meritorious participation in specified military acts or operations of a humane and peaceful nature. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Distinguished Trainer's Medal (DTM) | DJFD, USD ED, NSC | The Distinguished Trainer's Medal may be awarded to any member of the United States Defense Force who distinguished themselves through the continuous and consistent efforts in educating, training, and preparing personnel for service and growth. Service members will be awarded this medal for every 150 training sessions hosted (max 600 sessions). Medal will be awarded at the same time training pins are requested here. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) | OSD, JSD | The Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) is a military award presented to members of the United States Defense Force who distinguished themselves by outstanding meritorious achievement or service to the United States. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Army Commendation Medal (ACM) | CJCS, CSA | The Army Commendation Medal is awarded to members of United States Army in leadership positions or as regular members, and is presented for significant contributions or sustained performance in long-term projects. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Army Achievement Medal (AAM) | CJCS, CSA | The Army Achievement Medal is awarded to members of the United States Army who distinguish themselves in non-combat situations based on contributions or specific achievements that do not warrant a Army Commendation Medal or higher. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (NCM) | CJCS, CNO, CMC | The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal is awarded to members of the Marines in leadership positions or as regular members, and is presented for significant contributions or sustained performance in long-term projects. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (NAM) | CJCS, CNO, CMC | The Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal is awarded to members of the United States Marine Corps and Navy who distinguish themselves in non-combat situations based on contributions or specific achievements that do not warrant a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal or higher. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM) | CJCS, CSAF | The Air Force Commendation Medal is awarded to members of the Air Force in leadership positions or as regular members, and is presented for significant contributions or sustained performance in long-term projects. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Air Force Achievement Medal (AFAM) | CJCS, CSAF | The Air Force Achievement Medal is awarded to members of the United States Air Force who distinguish themselves in non-combat situations based on contributions or specific achievements that do not warrant an Air Force Commendation Medal or higher. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Joint Service Commendation Medal (JSCM) | OSD, JSD, SEAC | The Commendation Medal is a mid-level United States military decoration which is presented for sustained acts of heroism or meritorious service. It can be earned by personnel of any rank. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM) | OSD, JSD, SEAC | The Achievement Medal is awarded to any member of the United States Defense Force who distinguished themselves in either combat or noncombat situations based on consistent performance or a specific achievement which does not warrant a Commendation Medal or higher. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Meritorious Unit Commendation (MUC) | OSD | The Meritorious Unit Commendation is awarded to the entirety of a unit which distinguishes itself by consistently going above and beyond in their everyday tasks delegated to them by their respective Senior Command member. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Senior Officer Development Course Scholarly Medal (SODCSM) | OSD | The Senior Officer Development Course Scholarly Medal is awarded upon successful completion of Senior Officer Development Course to those candidates who perform extraordinarily well in the course's final exam. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. - Requires a score of 85% to obtain. |
OCS Scholarly Medal for Exceptional Academic Performance (OCSSMEAP) | DOT&E, OSD | The Officer Candidate School Scholarly Medal for Exceptional Academic Performance is awarded upon successful completion of the Officer Candidate School to those candidates who perform extraordinarily well in the School's final exam. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. - Requires a score of 90% to obtain. |
WO Medal for Exceptional Academic Performance (WOMEAP) | DOT&E, OSD | The Warrant Officer Medal for Exceptional Academic Performance is awarded upon successful completion of the Warrant Officer Leadership Course to those candidates who perform extraordinarily well in their first attempt at the Course's exam. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. - Requires an 85% average to obtain. - Following a pardon/reinstatement, the medal is unobtainable by candidates that have completed the Warrant Officer Leadership Course before leaving. |
SNCO Medal for Exceptional Academic Performance (SNCOMEAP) | DOT&E, OSD | The Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Medal for Exceptional Academic Performance is awarded upon successful completion of the Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Leadership Course to those candidates who perform extraordinarily well in their first attempt at the Course's exam. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. - Requires a score of 100% to obtain. - Following a pardon/reinstatement, the medal is unobtainable by candidates that have completed the Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Leadership Course before leaving. |
Good Conduct Medal (GCM) | NSC, USD I&S, JSIG | The Good Conduct Medal is awarded to any Enlisted/NCO/WO member of the United States military who completes "honorable and faithful service". Such service implies that two months of enlistment were completed without any disciplinary action or offenses. (Meaning that you can only earn this medal while you are an Enlisted/NCO/WO you cannot earn it once you become Commissioned). | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Ceremonial Guard Ribbon (CGR) | NSC, USD DI, CDR ASO | The Ceremonial Guard Ribbon is a decoration for members of the Joint Drill Team, commemorating their diligent service in one of the respective drill teams and its ceremonial duties. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Interactive Combat Campaign Medal (ICCM) | NSC, USD DI, CDR ICSD | The Interactive Combat Campaign Medal is awarded to those who actively serve and excel in campaigns within the Interactive Combat Simulation Division. It honors significant contributions, tactical skill, and teamwork during simulated combat. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Titans Football Medal (TFM) | NSC, USD DI, CDR ASO | The Titans Football Team Medal is bestowed upon individuals for their active sports participation, exemplary showmanship within the USDF Football Team, and for demonstrating diligent and outstanding service. | - This is a Non-Combat Medal. |
Active Service Expeditionary Medal (ASEM) | NSA, USD I&S | The Active Service Expeditionary Medal is awarded to any member of the United States Defense Force who serves on a deployment operation in times of war. | - This is a Campaign & Combat Medal. |
Active Service Medal (ASM) | NSA, USD I&S | The Active Service Medal is awarded to any member of the United States Defense Force who serves during a time of active war without actually participating in a deployment operation. | - This is a Campaign & Combat Medal. |
Armed Forces Civilian Service Medal (AFCSM) | SecDef, DepSecDef | The Armed Forces Civilian Service Medal is awarded to foreign military personnel/civilian individuals for exceptionally meritorious contributions to the USDF and/or agencies floor. | - This is a Campaign & Civilian Service Medal. - Recipients are permitted to wear it within HQ if awarded. |
Signed,
Controllable.
Secretary of Defense
Edited:
P.P. (Per Procurationem)
Office of Strategy, Plans and Capabilities
This legislation is subject to change by the SecDef without warning or notice. Furthermore, the SecDef reserves the right to issue "Standing Orders" which overrule the Legislation when deemed appropriate.
