What is the highest ribbon that can be rewarded?

What is the highest ribbon that can be rewarded?

• A. Medal of Heroism
• B. Purple Heart
• C. Distinguished Service Ribbon
• D. Army Achievement Ribbon

Answer: (A)

The top ribbon is tied to the Medal of Honor, the nation’s highest military decoration for valor in action. Because it recognizes conspicuous gallantry at risk of life above and beyond the call of duty, its ribbon sits above all others in the order of precedence. The Purple Heart, the Distinguished Service Ribbon, and the Army Achievement Ribbon all rank lower, representing actions or service of different, lesser levels. So the highest possible ribbon among these options is the one associated with the Medal of Honor.

The top ribbon is tied to the Medal of Honor, the nation’s highest military decoration for valor in action. Because it recognizes conspicuous gallantry at risk of life above and beyond the call of duty, its ribbon sits above all others in the order of precedence. The Purple Heart, the Distinguished Service Ribbon, and the Army Achievement Ribbon all rank lower, representing actions or service of different, lesser levels. So the highest possible ribbon among these options is the one associated with the Medal of Honor.