scope:

Purpose: This manual is composed of several volumes, each containing its own purpose. In accordance with the 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 provides detailed information, and procedures for preparing and submitting DoD Joint decorations and awards, including:

o Defense Distinguished Service Medal (DDSM).

o Defense Superior Service Medal (DSSM). o Defense Meritorious Service Medal (DMSM).

o Joint Service Commendation Medal (JSCM). o Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM).

o Joint Meritorious Unit Award (JMUA).

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").