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Prongless Bronze C (Combat) Device

C (Combat) Device

The C device was created to distinctly recognize those service members performing meritoriously under the most arduous combat conditions.

FAQ:

Are the “C” and “R” devices retroactive?

Yes, they are retroactive to 7 January 2016, which is the date when the Secretary of Defense (SECDEF) signed the directive approving the “C” and “R” devices. Awards approved 6 January 2016 or earlier are NOT authorized for reconsideration for award of the "C" or "R" device. SECDEF did not direct any other guidance regarding the retroactive status of the new devices (meaning NO SECDEF guidance was issued to make them retroactive to e.g. the start of GWOT). There is no current initiative, nor is one expected, to reconsider changing the retroactive date.

Where did this idea come from?

The creation of the “C” and “R” devices is the result of the Department of Defense (DoD) Military Decorations and Awards Review (MDAR). This year-long, formal review involved the DoD, Joint Staff, Military Departments, the Combatant Commands, and several other stakeholders, to ensure the Department’s military decorations and awards program continues to appropriately recognize the service, sacrifices, and actions of our service members. The MDAR found that some medals are inherently for combat service or achievement (such as the BSM), while many other awards are not so distinct (such as the ARCOM). The MDAR determined Soldiers should receive appropriate, distinct recognition for qualifying meritorious service or achievement performed under combat conditions or for impacting combat operations from a remote location. The creation of the “C” and “R” devices establishes a way to distinguish such multi-purpose awards as having been earned in combat or for directly contributing to combat. The Secretary of Defense (SECDEF) approved the MDAR on 7 January 2016.

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$ 4.90 USD

Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 30 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Prongless Bronze C (Combat) Device is a distinct recognition for service members performing meritoriously under arduous combat conditions. Approved retroactively to 7 January 2016, it was created following a comprehensive review by the Department of Defense to appropriately recognize combat service and achievements.

Summary topics

  • Customer Service: 23%
  • Appearance: 28%

Review topics: ["quality","looks","shipping","service","rack","magnets","ribbons","order"].

Review highlights

  • "High quality, timely shipping, great customer service"Stephanie B.
  • "Other than that, ribbons look great!"Brent Y.
  • "C is high quality and looks great on the rack."Joseph F.

Reviews

Ribbon rack

"Very good quality"

Eric R. (5/5)

Exactly as requested

"Ribbon was received quickly. Perfectly aligned and with no flaws. Great customerservice"

Prentist B. (5/5)

Great Service

"They showed up a day early and exactly as I asked."

Mathew T. (5/5)

Ribbon Rack

"The ribbon rack is beautiful. But the magnets are not as strong as expected. I think the new AGSU it's a little thicker than the old ASU."

Andrew A. (4/5)

Expensive

"Very expensive"

Victor D. (4/5)

Great Product

"Looks great and is on point!"

LUIS T. (5/5)

Wrong Product

"The product itself was great however I received the wrong backing. I ordered a pin on backing and received a magnetic backing. Can I receive my correct order and mail you back the incorrect order."

Colton C. (5/5)

Professional product

"Professional product"

John R. (5/5)

Fast turnaround and looks great

"Fast turnaround and looks great as always!"

Derek S. (5/5)

Wishes the devices were on the ribbons, but great otherwise

"I guess I misunderstood the description when I chose the option of “unassembled”. I thought that meant the ribbons would not be on the rack. I didn’t realize it meant that the devices wouldn’t be on the ribbons too (which was my whole purpose for buying them). Other than that, ribbons look great!"

Brent Y. (5/5)

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Prongless Bronze C (Combat) Device Devices / Attachments
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Prongless Bronze C (Combat) Device

$ 4.90 USD

C (Combat) Device

The C device was created to distinctly recognize those service members performing meritoriously under the most arduous combat conditions.

FAQ:

Are the “C” and “R” devices retroactive?

Yes, they are retroactive to 7 January 2016, which is the date when the Secretary of Defense (SECDEF) signed the directive approving the “C” and “R” devices. Awards approved 6 January 2016 or earlier are NOT authorized for reconsideration for award of the "C" or "R" device. SECDEF did not direct any other guidance regarding the retroactive status of the new devices (meaning NO SECDEF guidance was issued to make them retroactive to e.g. the start of GWOT). There is no current initiative, nor is one expected, to reconsider changing the retroactive date.

Where did this idea come from?

The creation of the “C” and “R” devices is the result of the Department of Defense (DoD) Military Decorations and Awards Review (MDAR). This year-long, formal review involved the DoD, Joint Staff, Military Departments, the Combatant Commands, and several other stakeholders, to ensure the Department’s military decorations and awards program continues to appropriately recognize the service, sacrifices, and actions of our service members. The MDAR found that some medals are inherently for combat service or achievement (such as the BSM), while many other awards are not so distinct (such as the ARCOM). The MDAR determined Soldiers should receive appropriate, distinct recognition for qualifying meritorious service or achievement performed under combat conditions or for impacting combat operations from a remote location. The creation of the “C” and “R” devices establishes a way to distinguish such multi-purpose awards as having been earned in combat or for directly contributing to combat. The Secretary of Defense (SECDEF) approved the MDAR on 7 January 2016.

Additional information can be found by clicking here.

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