USMC Medals & Ribbons

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Defense Superior Service Medal



Defense Superior Service Ribbon




The defense superior service medal (DSSM) was established by executive order 11904, 6 february 1976. it is awarded by the secretary of defense to members of the armed forces of the united states who, after 6 february 1976, distinguished themselves by noncombat meritorious achievement or service in a position of significant responsibility. only under the most unusual circumstances will defense superior service medal be awarded as an impact award for outstanding temporary duty achievement. the defense superior service medal is is specifically intended to recognize exceptionally meritorious service performance and to honor an individual's accomplishments over a sustained period.