This document provides a legend explaining the order and meaning of different breast bar awards that can be worn by members of the New York City Police Department. It lists awards such as the Medal of Honor, Police Combat Cross, Medal for Valor, and various commendations, from most prestigious at the top to name plate at the bottom. The legend is intended to standardize the organization and display of these honors on police uniforms.
This document provides a legend explaining the order and meaning of different breast bar awards that can be worn by members of the New York City Police Department. It lists awards such as the Medal of Honor, Police Combat Cross, Medal for Valor, and various commendations, from most prestigious at the top to name plate at the bottom. The legend is intended to standardize the organization and display of these honors on police uniforms.
This document provides a legend explaining the order and meaning of different breast bar awards that can be worn by members of the New York City Police Department. It lists awards such as the Medal of Honor, Police Combat Cross, Medal for Valor, and various commendations, from most prestigious at the top to name plate at the bottom. The legend is intended to standardize the organization and display of these honors on police uniforms.
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ADDITIONAL ORGANIZATION OF BREAST BARS (GRAPHIC)
DATA (continued)
Legend (From Top to Bottom)
• U.S. Flag Bar
• Department Medal of Honor • Police Combat Cross • Medal For Valor • Police Purple Shield Medal • Honorable Mention (Silver Star) • Exceptional Merit (Green Star) • Commendation (Bronze Star) • Commendation – Community Service (Blue Star) • Meritorious Police Duty • Excellent Police Duty • Marksmanship Award • Department Shield • Name Plate