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United States Merchant Marine Academy: Difference between revisions
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==Distinguished midshipmen== | ==Distinguished midshipmen== | ||
The [[Merchant Marine Distinguished Service Medal]] is the highest award which can be bestowed upon members of the United States Merchant Marine and is the service's equivalent of the | The [[Merchant Marine Distinguished Service Medal]] is the highest award which can be bestowed upon members of the United States Merchant Marine and is the service's equivalent of the Medal of Honor. Since mariners serving in the U.S. Merchant Marine are not directly employed by the Department of Defense, they are not eligible for the Medal of Honor. | ||
Since USMMA opened in 1943, eight midshipmen have been awarded the Merchant Marine Distinguished Service Medal. | Since USMMA opened in 1943, eight midshipmen have been awarded the Merchant Marine Distinguished Service Medal. | ||