Talk:Navy Ceremonial Guard Ribbon
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The fact that this ribbon is only retroactive to 2001 is a slap in the face to all those who have served in the U.S. Ceremonial Guard before that time. Whether you served in the guard in 2003 or 1933, you still served in the guard. It hard for me to understand Gordon R England's thought process when he initiated this award. I guess I'm just sore because the ribbon is just so snazzy looking.
Also, many sailors serving on CONUS duty serve on the US Navy's regiona Funeral Details, providing the same services as the Ceremonial guard to honor our deceased veterans and shipmates. None of those individuals are eligible either.
