Yes. Thin ribbons are regulation-compliant across all U.S. military branches: Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Space Force, and Coast Guard, as long as they display authorized awards in the correct order of precedence, with proper placement and accurate ribbon dimensions. What are thin ribbons? Thin ribbons are military ribbon racks built on a lower-profile […]
To build a Navy ribbon rack, pull your verified awards from NDAWS, arrange the ribbons in order of precedence with the senior award at the top right of the rack, add your authorized devices, and mount everything in rows of three above the left breast pocket. U.S. Navy Uniform Regulations (NAVPERS 15665, Chapter 5) set […]
The Navy ribbon order of precedence decides where every ribbon sits on your uniform, from the Medal of Honor down to your newest training ribbon. Sailors face this system at every uniform inspection, advancement board, and ceremony, and the rules differ from the Army’s in a few ways that trip people up. This guide explains […]
