Navy Distinguished Service Medal ISLAND_32 or other officers of lower

or other officers of lower grade entitled to an aide

Identification badges are worn as follows

the second branch color is used as a 1/8-inch inside border

The AFC is given to personnel for extraordinary heroism not justifying the award of the Medal of Honor

Navy Distinguished Service Medal ISLAND_32 or other officers of lowerNavy Distinguished Service Medal The Navy Distinguished Service Medal (DSM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have provided exceedingly valuable service to the United States Government. This award is given to individuals with outstanding responsibility and is generally reserved for senior Navy Flag and Marine Corps General Officers. Subsequent awards are denoted by gold award stars worn on the award ribbon.