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AFH 1 · Chapter 8 · Section 8.18

Awards and Decorations Program

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Awards and Decorations Program

Why It Exists

USAF members make many personal and professional sacrifices to ensure the USAF accomplishes its mission. Acts of valor, heroism, exceptional service, and outstanding achievement deserve special recognition.

Program Authority

The Department of the Air Force Military Awards and Decorations Program, as outlined in DAFMAN 36-2806, *Military Awards: Criteria and Procedures*, is designed to recognize:

  • Units
  • Organizations
  • Individuals

Goals

The program is designed to:

  • Foster morale
  • Provide incentive
  • Instill esprit de corps

Standard for Award

Sustained and Superior
Individuals or units considered for awards and decorations under this program must clearly demonstrate sustained and superior performance.

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