The Merchant Marine Combat Bar is a decoration of the
United States Merchant Marine. The decoration was established by an Act of Congress on 10 May 1943.
Conditions
The decoration is awarded to members of the Merchant Marine who served on a ship when it was attacked or damaged by an enemy or an instrument of war, such as a mine during the
Second World War. This award is a ribbon bar only. Further prescribed is the issuance a silver star to be attached to such bar to seamen who are forced to abandon ship when it is so attacked or damaged. For each additional abandonment, an additional star is attached. It is no longer awarded.
See also
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Awards and decorations of the United States government
Awards and decorations of the United States government are civilian awards of the U.S. federal government which are typically issued for sustained meritorious service, in a civilian capacity, while serving in the U.S. federal government. Certain ...
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Awards and Decorations of the United States Maritime Administration
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Awards and decorations of the United States Merchant Marine
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Awards and decorations of the United States military
The United States Armed Forces awards and decorations are primarily the medals, service ribbons, and specific badges which recognize military service and personal accomplishments while a member of the U.S. Armed Forces. Such awards are a means t ...
External links
Laws Establishing Merchant Marine Medals
Awards and decorations of the United States Merchant Marine
Awards established in 1943