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Army Distinguished Service Order, Second Class (ADSO 2nd Class) — Victoria Cross

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Army Distinguished Service Order, Second Class

Army Distinguished Service Order, Second Class ribbon

Army Distinguished Service Order, Second Class

ADSO 2nd Class

Catalog pts

65

Precedence

#693

Tier

1

About This Medal

Catalog description

Awarded to members of the Army of the Republic of Vietnam for meritorious service, effective leadership, and distinguished performance of military duties.

Heroes with this Medal (1)

John Walter Ripley

John Walter Ripley

Colonel