The United States of America: Navy Distinguished Service Medal

Ribbon: Blue with a gold central stripe.

Instituted: 4 February 1919.

Awarded: To service members who, while serving in any capacity with the Navy or Marine Corps, distinguish themselves by exceptionally meritorious service to the Government in a duty of great responsibility.

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