National Defense Service Ribbon

The official National Defense Service Ribbon is awarded to U.S. Army soldiers who have served honorably during designated periods of national emergency or armed conflict. This regulation-size ribbon is approved for wear on the Army Service Uniform (ASU) and Army Green Service Uniform (AGSU).

• Official U.S. Army National Defense Service Ribbon
• Awarded for honorable service during designated conflict periods
• Regulation size for wear on ASU and AGSU ribbon racks
• Bright red, yellow, and blue color pattern with accurate stitching
• Made in the USA to military specifications
• Ribbon only – mounting bar not included
• The National Defense Service Ribbon is awarded to every member of the US Armed Forces who has served during any one of four specified periods of armed conflict or national emergency from 1950 to the present.
• Combat or "in theater" service is not a requirement for the award.