United States Medal of Honor (Army)

United States Medal of Honor (Army) is a gold star 1 3/8 inches wide surrounded by a green Laurel wreath. The star has five points, each tipped with trefoils and is suspended from gold bar bearing the inscription "VALOR", surmounted by an eagle. Minerva's head surrounded by the words "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" is in the centre of the star. Centred on each ray of the star is a green oak leaf. The reverse side of the cross has a bar engraved "THE CONGRESS TO" and a space is available for the recipient's name. The neck ribbon is pale blue with 13 five pointed white stars. In a brown leather case of issue with a lapel rosette.

The President, in the name of Congress, awards the Medal of Honor to the individual who, while as an active member of the Army, distinguishes himself or herself conspicuously, at the risk of his or her life above and beyond the call of duty, by courage and intrepidity. The act justifying award of the medal must be performed while fighting an enemy of the United States, or while involved in conflict with an opposing/foreign force or while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in combat against an opposing military in which the United States is not a belligerent party. The act or acts of heroism must have required a risk of life and the individual have displayed personal bravery or self-sacrifice so extraordinary as to set the individual apart from his or her comrades. Incontestable proof of the act will be required and each recommendation for the Medal of Honor is considered on the standard of extraordinary merit. Issued as specimen medal.