Commander’s Commendation Award

Awarded for outstanding duty performance where achievements and services are clearly and unmistakably exceptional when compared to similar achievements and service of members of like rank and responsibility.

The Exceptional Service Award and the Meritorious Service Award differ from the Commanders’ Commendation Award in that they recognize achievements and services significantly above and beyond normal duty performance.

This award may be presented by a Wing, Region or National Commander.
(1) Members who earn the award as authorized by the Wing Commander will be awarded the basic ribbon.
(2) A bronze star is added to the ribbon when the award is authorized by the Region Commander.
(3) A silver star is added to the ribbon when the award is authorized by the National Commander.
(4) In the event of multiple awards, the bronze or silver star is placed on the ribbon to the wearer’s right of any clasps for multiple awards at any level. Only one bronze or silver star (one star of each type) will be worn.