ESTABLISHING AUTHORITY The Distinguished Marksman and Pistol Shot Ribbon was established in 1942 by Secretary of the Navy Frank Knox. EFFECTIVE DATES The Distinguished Marksman and Pistol Shot Ribbon was in effect from 1942 to about 1952. CRITERIA The Distinguished Marksman and Pistol Shot Ribbon was authorized for wear by recipients of the Distinguished Marksman and Pistol Shot badges. ORDER OF PRECEDENCE The Distinguished Marksman and Pistol Shot Ribbon was worn after all foreign medals and ribbons and before all other marksmanship qualification ribbons. DEVICES No devices were authorized for this ribbon. |