Really dumb awards question

[samk]

What is the name of your state? Pennsylvania

I was honorably discharged back in 1992. I never received any of the awards I was supposed to from my time spent in the Persian Gulf during 90/91. They are noted on my DD-214 but were never physically handed to me.

I have discovered that the unit I was attached to (a surface vessel) was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon for operations on 25-26 Feb 91. While I was aboard during this time frame, this award is not listed on my DD-214. Am I legally permitted to wear this award or do I need to somehow have my service record corrected?

Thank you for any help.

Sam

 

[SHORTY LONG]

Can you verify your discovery by way of the Branch of the Military you were in? Or by way of the Secretary of Defense?

 

[questionia]

Unless it is in your DD214 you cannot wear the ribbon. Shoud be easy enough to amend this, however. I would suggest taking your current DD214 and supporting documentation to your local Naval or Naval Reserve station. Ask to speak to a PN or YN - they shoud be able to help you correct this. Good luck.

 

[samk]

I could probably find evidence to support what I've learned. I recently got in touch with an old shipmate who has remained in the service (and made Master Chief I am happy to report!) that the unit (USS Guam) was awarded the ribbon. I have also seen it mentioned on various websites.

If I ever decide to claim it I will make sure to have my record amended first.

Sam