Navy and Marine Corps Medal

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Navy and Marine Corps Medal
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Founder: United States Department of the Navy
Foundation year: 1942
Strap buckle: Band clip
Carrying method: on the band on the left side of the chest

The Navy and Marine Corps Medal is the third highest distinction awarded by the United States Department of the Navy . The medal can only be given to members of the United States Navy and the United States Marine Corps . The award has been conferred by a congressional resolution since August 7, 1942.

The Navy and Marine Corps Medal is awarded to soldiers who have shown courage and bravery outside of combat . The award is equivalent to the Soldier's Medal of the Army , the Airman's Medal of the Air Force, and the Coast Guard Medal of the Coast Guard .

The most famous recipient of the Navy and Marine Corps Medal was John F. Kennedy .

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NAVY AND MARINE CORPS MEDAL (English)