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'''For extraordinary heroism above and beyond the line of duty in service to (Branch)'''<br> | '''For extraordinary heroism above and beyond the line of duty in service to (Branch)'''<br> | ||
Second-highest decoration, awarded separately by service branch. (Vanguard, Gendarmerie, ANSEO, Artillery?, Support, etc) | Second-highest decoration, awarded separately by service branch. (Vanguard, Gendarmerie, ANSEO, Artillery?, Support, etc) | ||
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| + | ==Cmdr. Imanga Valdivieso Bar Trefoil== | ||
| + | '''For exceptional prowess and unwavering service to the cause of human life while enduring under the power of the enemy.'''<br> | ||
| + | Rarely awarded to survivors, this award is given to those who "fight to the bitter end" in situations deemed hopeless under the recipient's own power, provided they achieved something of consequence in the struggle. | ||
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| + | ==Cmdr. Zero Bar Trefoil== | ||
| + | '''For distinguished service in a command position of great responsibility'''<br> | ||
| + | Awarded to long-serving unit commanders and equivalent-grade personnel in command or leadership roles. Formerly the Sigma Bar Trefoil. | ||
==Distinguished Service Medal== | ==Distinguished Service Medal== | ||
'''For distinguished service in a position of responsibility'''<br> | '''For distinguished service in a position of responsibility'''<br> | ||
| - | + | Typically awarded to Majors and above and to unit commanders. Rarely awarded without a fair length of service in a position of authority. | |
==Distinguished Defense Service Medal== | ==Distinguished Defense Service Medal== | ||
'''For distinguished service in the course of protecting the person and livelihood of civilians in the line of duty.'''<br> | '''For distinguished service in the course of protecting the person and livelihood of civilians in the line of duty.'''<br> | ||
| - | + | Awarded to those stationed in a defensive capacity for a length of time. | |
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==Jagerstern== | ==Jagerstern== | ||
'''For valor and gallantry befitting an officer of the Maverick Hunters'''<br> | '''For valor and gallantry befitting an officer of the Maverick Hunters'''<br> | ||
| - | The most famous and "common" high distinction, awarded to officers who didn't quite make the cut for the Decoration of Valor. | + | The most famous and "common" high distinction, awarded to officers who didn't quite make the cut for the Decoration of Valor. Can be conferred in degrees for prior holders. |
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| + | ==Cmdr. Java Bar Trefoil== | ||
| + | '''For service extraordinary and elective above and beyond the call of duty in exigent circumstances without respite or relief'''<br> | ||
| + | Awarded to those who take on and perform duties above their commissioned rank or beyond prior orders in circumstances where leadership is required and responsibilities need to be covered without supervision, for a length of time. Relatively rare. | ||
==Wreath of Europa== | ==Wreath of Europa== | ||
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'''For exceptional and long-term service in an unsupported situation'''<br> | '''For exceptional and long-term service in an unsupported situation'''<br> | ||
Awarded for long-term postings with few rotations and limited support. | Awarded for long-term postings with few rotations and limited support. | ||
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| + | ==Cmdr. Thomas Wong Bar Trefoil== | ||
| + | '''For upholding the honor, integrity and character of the Maverick Hunters'''<br> | ||
| + | The "PR" award, given out to those who serve as "poster boys" for the Hunters or have otherwise managed to capture the public's attention without embarrassing the Hunters. A rare award, and not a particularly prestigious one internally. | ||
=Humans= | =Humans= | ||
