This soldier participated in 60% of all operations in support of Operation Narco Halt. 

This soldier participated in 60% of all operations in support of the first phase in Operation Foxhole. 

This soldier participated in 60% of all operations in support of Operation Eastern Valor.

This soldier participated in 60% of all operations in support of Operation Arrowhead.

This soldier participated in 60% of all operations in support of Operation Sahrani Incursion. 

This soldier participated in 60% of all operations in support of Operation Sahrani Incursion. 

This soldier participated in 60% of all operations in support of Operation Return to Sender.

This soldier participated in 60% of all operations in support of Operation Fern.

The National Defense Ribbon is used to signify that the member who receives it, is a verified veteran in real life. Recipients of this ribbon are only eligible if they have or currently are actively served or serving in a major branch of a countries armed forces. This includes but is not limited to, Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines or National Guard of a country. An individual who was once a service member, still is, and is recognized for that, as service does not end when you are discharged.

Unfortunately cadet or junior programs, such as JROTC or ROTC or similar do not qualify the individual for this award.

This ribbon is handed out upon verification of the Veteran's service to their country, and we thank them for their sacrifice at any level.

The Basic Recruiter Badge is awarded to those who have successfully recruited, processed, and inducted 10 members into the unit.