Current (2021)

AR 670-1: 22-2. Authorization

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Commanders may require the wear of authorized awards for parades, reviews, inspections, funerals, and ceremonial or social occasions. Otherwise, authorized awards are worn at the Soldier's option during normal duty hours. Personnel are encouraged to wear awards on service, dress, mess, and evening mess uniforms.

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Unit and command policies may be more restrictive than AR 670-1. Always verify with your chain of command for local policies.

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22-2. Authorization

a. Commanders may require the wear of authorized awards on the following occasions:

(1) Parades, reviews, inspections, and funerals.

(2) Ceremonial and social occasions.

b. Unless directed by a commander per paragraph 22–2a, authorized awards are worn at the option of the wearer,

when not prohibited, during normal duty hours. Personnel may also wear authorized awards on appropriate uniforms when off duty. Personnel are encouraged to wear authorized awards on the service, dress, mess, and evening mess uniforms.

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