Defense Superior Service Medal
Defense Superior Service Medal
The Defense Superior Service Medal (DSSM) is a military decoration of the United States Department of Defense which is presented to members of the United States Armed Forces who perform "superior meritorious service in a position of significant responsibility."
History[edit | edit source]
The Defense Superior Service Medal was established by President Gerald Ford on February 6, 1976, by Executive Order 11904. The medal was created to recognize superior meritorious service in a position of significant responsibility while assigned to a joint activity.
Criteria[edit | edit source]
The DSSM is awarded to members of the United States Armed Forces who perform exceptionally meritorious service in a position of significant responsibility. The service must be of a level that is clearly exceptional and must be recognized as such by the Secretary of Defense.
Design[edit | edit source]
The medal was designed by the Institute of Heraldry. The obverse of the medal features a silver American eagle superimposed over a pentagon, symbolizing the Department of Defense. The reverse of the medal has the inscription "For Superior Service" and a space for the recipient's name.
Awarding Process[edit | edit source]
The DSSM is typically awarded to senior officers in the United States military who have served in joint assignments. The award is approved by the Secretary of Defense and is presented in the name of the Department of Defense.
Notable Recipients[edit | edit source]
Related Awards[edit | edit source]
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Awards and decorations of the United States Armed Forces
- United States Department of Defense
- Joint Chiefs of Staff
References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
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