The Sagisag ng Ulirang Kawal Medal is a military decoration awarded to the personnel of the Philippine’s Armed Forces.
The Sagisag ng Ulirang Kawal is a military honor bestowed by the Armed Forces of the Philippines.
It is conferred upon members of the Armed Forces in recognition of exceptional contributions to non-military endeavors such as community development programs, or other related activities deserving of commendation.
The Military Merit Medal is awarded for heroic achievement or meritorious service during, or in support of military action against an enemy.
The Military Merit Medal is a military honor bestowed by the Armed Forces of the Philippines, recognizing acts of heroism or commendable service rendered during military operations against an adversary.
Recipients of the Military Merit Medal include military personnel of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. The criteria for eligibility are diverse, encompassing heroic deeds in combat as well as meritorious service unrelated to direct engagement with the enemy, provided such service significantly contributes to military operations against a Philippine adversary. The actions or services considered must be performed with exceptional distinction.
Authority to award the Military Merit Medal lies with high-ranking officials such as the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Area Commanders, Commanders of the Philippine Army, Navy, or Air Force, and Division and major subordinate unit commanders holding at least the rank of Brigadier General.
The medal may be awarded posthumously to members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines who perish either in combat against a Philippine enemy or as a direct consequence of enemy actions, while serving in any capacity within the armed forces.
The medal adopts an irregular shape resembling a downward-pointing equilateral triangle, featuring red enamel. Positioned at each point of the triangle are gold stars. At the center of the triangle lies the “Philippines sun,” depicted in gold with eight pointed rays. Encircling and partially concealed by the triangle is a green laurel wreath, visible between each of its points.
For suspension, the medal employs a green ribbon embellished with three narrow red stripes running centrally.
The Wounded Personnel Medal is a decoration awarded to military of and civilians who are injured or killed in combat with the enemy.
The Wounded Personnel Medal is bestowed upon members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, as well as civilian personnel, who sustain injuries or lose their lives in combat engagements with the enemy.
Crafted in gold, the medal takes the shape of a cross. At its center, a relief depicting General Gregorio del Pilar’s head is positioned, facing forward. Surrounding the cross is a wreath composed of light green laurel leaves.
The cross symbolizes the peril encountered during combat, while the depiction of General Del Pilar signifies acts leading to injury inflicted by an armed adversary. The wreath serves as a tribute to such courageous endeavors, with the green hue representing nobility and dedication to duty.
The ribbon accompanying the medal features a white base with a central purple stripe.
The Silver Wing Medal is a military decoration awarded for meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight.
The Silver Wing Medal is a military honor conferred by the Armed Forces of the Philippines upon both Filipino and allied military personnel. It is awarded in a single class and can be bestowed by the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, the Commanding General of the PAR Area Command, and Major Service Commanders.
This distinction is granted for “meritorious achievement during aerial flight, a single act of merit, or participation in sustained operational activities against the enemy while airborne.
The Silver Wing medal is crafted from silver-colored metal. It features a pair of silver wings extending from the bottom to nearly the top of the medal. Positioned between the tips of these wings are three raised five-pointed stars arranged over two chevrons, one below the other. At the center of the medal is a relief of a paratrooper helmet placed above three arched bands located at the base of the wings.
The accompanying ribbon is white with a central red stripe flanked by yellow edges, bordered by blue stripes on either side.
The Bronze Cross Medal military decoration of the Armed Forces of the Philippines awarded for heroism involving risk of life.
The Bronze Cross Medal (or Medalyang Tanso na Krus) is a singular military decoration bestowed by the Armed Forces of the Philippines, given for acts of “heroism involving risk of life” under circumstances not warranting the higher Gold Cross Medal. It may be granted for either: 1) voluntary actions displaying exceptional courage beyond the call of duty amidst grave danger, or 2) other remarkable acts of bravery not directly involving combat with the enemy.
This honor is conferred by various high-ranking officials including the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), commanders of the Philippine Army, Navy (PN), and Air Force (PAF), as well as AFP Support Services Units, Area Commands, division and brigade commanders, and their equivalents in the PAF and PN. Recipients of this medal may include both military and civilian personnel of the AFP, and individuals from allied armed forces may also be eligible based on the specified award criteria.
The medal features a golden Greek cross with a green laurel wreath positioned centrally over it. At the center of the horizontal arms of the cross, there is a golden bar bearing the inscription “BRAVERY.”
It hangs from a blue ribbon with a central red stripe bordered by white edges, accompanied by narrow white stripes positioned halfway to the ribbon’s edges.
The Gawad sa Kaunlaran Distinction is the second highest distinction presented by the Armed Forces to civilians and government officials
The Gawad sa Kaunlaran is conferred upon Philippine citizens by the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Area Command, and Major Service Commanders. It stands as the second highest honor bestowed by the Armed Forces of the Philippines upon civilians and government officials.
This award is granted for remarkably meritorious and significant contributions to socio-economic and other non-combat endeavors, or for exceptionally distinguished service that significantly furthers the peaceful objectives of the AFP or enhances the quality of life within military communities.
Recipients are selected based on the conspicuous nature of their achievements, regardless of their position or length of service. The completion of specific tasks or projects is not a prerequisite for consideration; rather, the notable impact and contribution of the individual’s actions are the primary criteria for recognition.
The medal features a circular design adorned with 11 silver rays, with dark blue interspaces between the rays. Positioned at the center of the rays is a gold star, upon which a single branch of light-green laurel leaves is diagonally superimposed.
It hangs from a blue ribbon accentuated by a central green stripe bordered by yellow edges.
The Distinguished Navy Cross is a military decoration of the Armed Forces presented for distinguished heroism.
The Distinguished Navy Cross is a prestigious decoration within the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), recognizing exceptional heroism. This valor is demonstrated through voluntary actions undertaken in the face of grave danger, surpassing the expected duties while engaged in naval operations.
The act must be notably outstanding, setting the recipient apart from their peers. This accolade is granted by the Chief of Staff of the AFP, Unified Command, or Major Service Commanders to AFP military personnel serving in any capacity within the Philippine Navy or its naval components.
The award itself features a gold Maltese cross, with the centerpiece displaying the emblem of the Philippine Navy. This emblem depicts a gold-plated Philippine sea lion grasping a dagger in its right paw and a Sampaguita flower in the left, set upon an anchor. Encircling this emblem is a navy blue disc adorned with laurel leaves.
The ribbon accompanying the cross is colored cornflower blue and is accentuated with three small white lines at its center.
The Distinguished Aviation Cross is a military decoration of the Armed Forces presented for heroism or achievement during aerial operation.
The Distinguished Aviation Cross is a prestigious military honor bestowed by the Armed Forces of the Philippines, recognizing acts of heroism or exceptional achievement in aerial operations.
This cross is granted to individuals serving within the Philippine Air Force or the air components of the Philippine Army or Philippine Navy. It acknowledges voluntary actions undertaken in the face of substantial danger, surpassing the usual expectations of duty. The recognized accomplishment must demonstrate an exceptional and remarkable nature, highlighting distinguished heroism or extraordinary achievement while engaging in aerial flight.
The medal, crafted from gold-colored metal, takes the shape of a diamond. Positioned on the diamond is a Maltese cross featuring a radiant golden sun at its center, with rays extending between the arms of the cross. Above the sun, a four-bladed propeller is superimposed, with each blade extending beyond the cross’s edges.
This cross is hung from a ribbon of blue, bordered with white, and embellished with a central red stripe edged in gold.
The Gold Cross is a decoration established by the Armed Forces of the Philippines to recognize gallantry in action.
The Gold Cross Medal (GCM) is a military decoration within the Armed Forces of the Philippines, acknowledging acts of bravery in combat. Ranked as the third highest military honor in the Philippines for heroism, it is conferred by the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines or other senior commanders to deserving members of the Armed Forces for acts of gallantry in action that do not warrant the award of the Distinguished Conduct Star.
The design of the medal features a golden Maltese cross with a distinctive grooved border between its arms. Positioned at the center of the cross, in gold relief, is a left-facing profile of Manuel L. Quezon displayed on a dark blue disc. Surrounding the disc is a wreath of laurel leaves in gold, elegantly superimposed on the cross.
A golden metal loop is fixed at the top arm of the cross for suspension, while the medal hangs from a ribbon characterized by a light blue hue with three narrow vertical white lines running through its center.
The Distinguished Service Star is the third highest military award of the Philippines and awarded for valuable service.
The Distinguished Service Star holds the position as the third highest military honor within the Armed Forces of the Philippines. It is bestowed in recognition of exceptionally meritorious and valuable contributions made while holding significant positions of responsibility.
The award is worn suspended from the neck, secured by a ribbon featuring a dark blue hue with a prominent red vertical stripe at its center. Resembling a five-pointed star, the medal features a central disc showcasing the Coat of Arms of the Philippines. Above the seal, an arc-shaped golden scroll bears the inscription “Merit.”
A wreath composed of twenty-six dark green leaves and ten white buds attaches the star to its ribbon. Engraved on the reverse side of the medal are the words “For Distinguished Service.”
