Medals, awards, citations and badges of the Fifth Ranger Battalion.

A comprehensive list of combat and administrative medals and awards can be earned by all individuals of the unit when they meet the criteria of the achievements, listed below:

Distinguished Service Cross

The highest honor attainable within the 5th Ranger Battalion. Exceptional in every regard, going above and beyond the call of duty. Showing exceptional leadership skills and impeccable dedication towards the unit.

Distinguished Service Medal

Awarded to individuals who have carried out duty successfully and responsibly, providing meritorious service in a administrative capacity; contributions going above and beyond the expectations of any Ranger within the 5th Ranger Battalion.

Silver Star

Awarded for demonstrating perfect performance whilst engaging the enemy, displaying an act of incredible skill, courage and single-handedly securing victory for his team.

Legion of Merit

Awarded for meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services of a special administrative requirement or of an extremely difficult duty performed in a clearly exceptional manner.

Soldier's Medal

Awarded to individuals that consistently demonstrate the core principles of being an effective all-round soldier during combat and non-combat situations in the 5th Ranger Battalion.

Bronze Star

Awarded for demonstrating exemplary performance while engaging the enemy. While not single-handedly securing victory, his actions had a significant impact in combat.

A bronze “V” device attachment is presented with the Bronze Star for actions of valor in combat not equal to the Silver Star.

Purple Heart

Awarded to soldiers that selflessly put themselves in peril to successfully aid his comrades and in doing so was wounded or killed in action.

Army Commendation Medal

Awarded to individuals who distinguished themselves by providing administrative work, logistical support, training or other contributions that enhance the effectiveness of the unit.

A bronze “V” device attachment is presented with the Army Commendation Medal for maintaining composure and making an effective contribution towards his teams victory without necessarily engaging the enemy.

Prisoner of War Medal

Awarded to soldiers who successfully liberate, or who have been liberated as, or capture a prisoner of war during a realism event.

Good Conduct Medal

Awarded to soldiers who have served the past three consecutive months whilst performing duties with a clean record of discipline and exemplary attendance.

May also be awarded to those that perform their duties whilst displaying a positive attitude and involvement during unit related activities, other than drills or staff commitments.

World War 1 Victory Medal

Awarded to soldiers that participated and were victorious at least once in an attack or defense round during a multi-round scrimmage.

World War 1 Occupation Medal

Awarded for one year of consecutive service.

American Defense Service Medal

Awarded upon graduation of Ranger Candidate Training School.

A silver star attachment is presented to a Candidate that graduated as an Honorary Private First Class.

A bronze star attachment is present to those who re-enlisted back into active duty from retirement.

Army Corps Service Medal

Awarded to individuals who provide a recognisable service or financial contribution to the unit.

American Campaign Medal

Awarded to soldiers that have successfully graduated Non-Commissioned Officer Candidate School.

European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal

Awarded to soldiers that participated in a realism scrimmage within the European Theatre of Operations.

World War 2 Victory Medal

Awarded to soldiers that participated in a multi-round scrimmage in which the 5th Ranger Battalion were victorious in every round.

World War 2 Occupation Medal

Awarded for three months of consecutive service.

French Croix de Guerre Medal

Awarded to those who demonstrate outstanding leadership capabilities during combat or non-combat situations, and does so repeatedly.

This medal may be bestowed to an individual by another Realism Unit in recognition of gallantry on the battlefield.

Belgian Croix de Guerre Medal

Awarded to individuals for exceptional contributions and extensive preparation during drills, or prior to a scrimmage by providing vital intelligence or training for his team.

This medal may be bestowed to an individual by another Realism Unit in recognition of meritorious service beyond the battlefield.

Awards.

Combat Infantryman Badges

Awarded to soldiers of the 5th Ranger Battalion that have participated as an infantryman with satisfactory combat performance under enemy fire.

First Award: Presented after 1 time in active combat with the enemy.

Second Award: Presented after 3 times in active combat with the enemy.

Third Award: Presented after 5 times in active combat with the enemy.

Fourth Award: Presented after 7 times in active combat with the enemy.

Expert Infantryman Badge

Awarded to those who prove themselves experts in all aspects of Infantry.

Soldiers of the 5th Ranger Battalion who have earned this badge have priority in participating in combat against another realism unit.

Combat Medical Badge

Awarded to soldiers of the 5th Ranger Battalion that have participated as a medic with satisfactory performance under enemy fire.

First Award: Presented after 1 time in active combat with the enemy.

Second Award: Presented after 3 times active combat with the enemy.

Third Award: Presented after 5 times in active combat with the enemy.

Fourth Award: Presented after 7 times in active combat with the enemy.

Combat Action Badges

Awarded to members of the 5th Ranger Battalion who regularly attend weekly drills.

First Award: Presented after 12 Platoon / Section drills attended.

Second Award: Presented after 24 Platoon / Section drills attended.

Third Award: Presented after 36 Platoon / Section drills attended.

Fourth Award: Presented after 48 Platoon / Section drills attended.

Recruiter Badges

Awarded by Ranger Recruitment Staff to a member of the 5th Ranger Battalion who have successfully recruited a number of Ranger Candidates that graduate Ranger Candidate Training School.

Recruiter Badge: Presented after 3 referred Candidates graduate RCTS.

Gold Recruiter Badge: Presented after 5 referred Candidates graduate RCTS.

Master Recruiter Badge: Presented after 10 referred Candidates graduate RCTS.

Marksman, Sharpshooter, Expert & Driver Proficiency Badges

Awarded to soldiers who demonstrate consistent proficiency and skill with a special weapon or vehcile.

The Rifle qualification bar is the first bar to be awarded to soldiers upon graduating Ranger Candidate Training School. Other qualification badges and bars can be earned after steady use and success with the following weapons or vehicles:

Automatic Rifle, Carbine, Flamethrower, Grenade, Machine Gun,

Pistol, Rocket, Shotgun, Sub Machine Gun and Sniper Rifle.

Transport Truck and Half-track.

Overseas Service Bar

Awarded to soldiers that participated within a European Theatre of Operations campaign. An extra bar is added to the individuals uniform after each campaign served.

Service Stripe

Awarded to members for one year of service. An extra stripe is added to the individuals uniform after each year served on active duty.

Citations.

Meritorious Unit Citation

Awarded to the most exemplary and skilled Section in the Company.

Ranger of the Month Citation

Awarded to the most exemplary Ranger in the Company.

The citation can only be awarded once a month, to one Ranger only. A vote of eligible candidates will be held every period.

Hell Let Loose Campaign Citation

Awarded to soldiers who participated in the Hell Let Loose Unit campaign.

An Arrowhead device is presented to those who participated in the initial landing into Hell Let Loose.

Identification Badges.

Ranger Scroll

The highly coveted Ranger Scroll. The distinctive shoulder sleeve insignia worn by members of the 5th Ranger Battalion. Earned upon graduating Ranger Candidate Training School.

Military Police Badge

Worn by members of the Military Police.

Recruiter Badge

Worn by members of the Recruitment Staff.

Ranger Instructors Badge

Worn by Ranger Candidate Training School Ranger Instructors.

"Ruptured Duck" Pin

Worn by members of the 5th Ranger Battalion that resigned of their own accord and in good standing and were Honorably Discharged after three or more months of active service.

Obsolete Awards.

Day of Defeat Campaign Citation

(2003 - 2013)

Awarded to soldiers who participated in the Day of Defeat campaign.

An Arrowhead device is presented to those who participated in the initial landing into Day of Defeat.

Day of Defeat: Source Campaign Citation

(2007 - 2016)

Awarded to soldiers who participated in the Day of Defeat: Source campaign.

An Arrowhead device is presented to those who participated in the initial landing into Day of Defeat: Source.

Day of Infamy Campaign Citation

(2016 - 2017)

Awarded to soldiers who participated in the Day of Infamy campaign.

An Arrowhead device is presented to those who participated in the initial landing into Day of Infamy.