Department of Defense Publishes Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal Guidance
On March 30, 2016, the President signed an Executive Order titled, “Establishing the Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal” based on the recommendations of Secretary of Defense and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Today, the Secretary of Defense officially announced the Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal (IRCM), which distinctly recognizes our Service members battling terrorist groups in Iraq and Syria. Approximately 11,000 service members are eligible for the new award as of March 30, 2016 (Courtesy artwork)