scope:

Purpose: This manual is composed of several volumes, each containing its own purpose. In accordance with authority in DoD Directive (DoDD) 5124.02 and DoD Instruction (DoDI) 1348.33:

• This manual implements policy, assigns responsibilities, and provides procedures for managing the DoD Military Decorations and Awards Program.

• This volume:

o Provides detailed information and procedures for creating, activating, and awarding DoD service awards, including campaign, expeditionary, and service (CE&S) medals.

o Provides the basis and eligibility requirements for awarding DoD CE&S medals.

APPLICABILITY. This issuance applies to OSD, the Military Departments, the Office of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS) and the Joint Staff, the Combatant Commands, the Office of the Inspector General of the Department of Defense, the Defense Agencies, the DoD Field Activities, and all other organizational entities within the DoD (referred to collectively in this issuance as the "DoD Components").