Military Decoration Templates
Meritorious Service Medal (MSM)
AFI 36-2803 & AF2228
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Key Points to Writing
- PCS/PCA Decorations will be based on EPRs/OPRs
- Achievement
Decorations read like awards, and will need a narrative for justification
- DO NOT plan on making up mid-tour points
in a PCS medal
- Ask for HELP, the only person looking out for #1
is you
- The only person looking out for your Airman is YOU!
- ASK for/WRITE
a Mid Tour decoration
- WRITE!!! The more you do it, the better you
get
- Use F7 to spell check. Errors reflect badly on you and your subordinate!
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The following Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) Template for has been taken
from a Word file. Feel free to copy the template. Simply highlight
the text, copy (CTRL-C) and paste it (CTRL-V) into a Word Document. Please
be aware the templates can be used for Outstanding Achievement, Meritorious
Service or Posthumous. Additionally, pay attention to the notes below the
template.
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(INSERT OLC HERE)
MASTER SERGEANT JOHN H. DOE
31 DECEMBER 2001 TO 6 AUGUST 2001
Opening Sentence.
Master Sergeant Joe B. Doe distinguished himself in the performance of
outstanding service to the United States as (duty title) OR (while assigned to
the (office)_____from _____to_____).
OR
Master Sergeant Joe B. Doe distinguished himself by outstanding achievement (as)
or (while
assigned to), (on) or (from _____to_____).
Narrative Description.
During this period, the outstanding professional skill, leadership, and
ceaseless efforts of Sergeant Doe resulted in major contributions to the
effectiveness and success of Air Force (programs).
OR
In this important assignment, Sergeant Doe’s outstanding leadership and devotion
to duty were instrumental factors in the resolution of many problems of major
importance to the Air Force.
MANDATORY CLOSING SENTENCE:
The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Doe reflect great
credit upon himself and the United States Air Force
Retirement Award. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of
Sergeant Doe culminate a (long and) distinguished career in the service of his
country and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
Separation Award. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant
Doe while serving his country reflect great credit upon himself and the United
States Air Force.
Posthumous Award. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant
Doe in the dedication of his service to his country reflect great credit upon
himself and the United States Air Force.
Note 1: Must use opening/closing sentence as indicated on this template.
Must use Times New Roman 10 or 12 point font.
Note 2: Text must fit (without touching) between the words
“ACCOMPLISHMENTS” and “GIVEN UNDER MY HAND”.
Note 3: No more than 16 lines when using 10 Pt Font for the MSM.
Note 4: Prepare citations on 8-1/2 by 11 inch plain bond paper
(orientation - landscape) or Air Force Form AF2228. If available use parchment
paper. Prepare in letter quality format without corrections, white-outs, strike-overs
or abbreviations. Citations must be in good taste and of a quality that will
capture the substance of the decoration with dignity and clarity.
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