Permanent recognition of service, leadership, combat participation, recruiting, instruction, and contribution to the battalion.
SECTION I • BATTALION RIBBON REGISTER
AUTHORIZED RIBBONS
Each ribbon uses the same authoritative requirement anywhere it appears on the website. Automatic progression is calculated from filed service; Command awards require a Headquarters action.
VERIFIEDWEBSITE AWARD CATALOGNo requirement is inferred when its source record is missing.
COMMAND-REVIEWED PROGRESSION AWARDPRECEDENCE 10
Instructor Ribbon
RECOGNIZES
Recognizes Soldiers who contribute directly to the training and development of battalion personnel by serving as instructors during organized training periods.
HOW EARNED
Complete 5 official training periods while serving as a filed Instructor or Assistant Instructor. Training credit must be recorded through the battalion Training system after the event is completed. Informal coaching or unrecorded sessions do not count toward the requirement.
COMMAND-REVIEWED PROGRESSION AWARDPRECEDENCE 20
NCO Leadership Ribbon
RECOGNIZES
Recognizes sustained battlefield leadership demonstrated through repeated completed games and verified time serving in command roles.
HOW EARNED
Complete at least 200 credited HLL games and accumulate at least 100 verified hours in qualifying in-game leadership roles such as Squad Leader, Tank Commander, Logistics Officer, Commander, and other HLL roles formally verified by the battalion as leadership roles. Both requirements must be satisfied.
COMMAND-REVIEWED PROGRESSION AWARDPRECEDENCE 30
Recruiting Ribbon
RECOGNIZES
Recognizes Soldiers who actively contribute to the growth of the battalion by bringing qualified new members into the organization.
HOW EARNED
Receive recruiting credit for 3 applicants who successfully complete the recruiting process and become active battalion personnel. A referral alone does not count; the applicant must be approved, processed into the battalion, and credited to the referring member.
COMMAND-REVIEWED PROGRESSION AWARDPRECEDENCE 35
Server Seeding Ribbon
RECOGNIZES
Recognizes Soldiers who contribute directly to the growth and readiness of the battalion by helping establish and populate the unit's game server during low-population periods.
HOW EARNED
Accumulate qualifying server seeding time while actively connected to the 1/5 Cavalry server every day from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Eastern, with an additional Saturday and Sunday cycle from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM Eastern. Credit is recorded automatically while live server population is below 50 players, pauses at 50 or more, and resumes if population drops below 50 during an active seeding window.
AUTOMATIC PROGRESSION AWARDPRECEDENCE 36
Armor Service Ribbon
RECOGNIZES
Recognizes Soldiers who demonstrate sustained service and battlefield experience as members of an armored crew. The Armor Service Ribbon represents time spent operating and fighting alongside fellow crewmen in the battalion's armored forces.
HOW EARNED
Complete 20 verified hours while serving as a Crewman or Tank Commander, participate in 30 completed games while serving in either armored role, and contribute to the destruction of 150 enemy vehicles while operating as part of an armored crew. All qualifying activity must be recorded through official server statistics.
AUTOMATIC PROGRESSION AWARDPRECEDENCE 37
Jungle Warfare Ribbon
RECOGNIZES
Recognizes Soldiers who have demonstrated sustained combat effectiveness and battlefield versatility in jungle warfare conditions. The Jungle Warfare Ribbon reflects extended time in the field, combat participation, movement across the battlefield, and experience in essential infantry roles.
HOW EARNED
Earn 200 kilometers traveled on foot, 500 kilometers traveled in vehicles, and 750 infantry kills. In addition, complete at least 3 verified hours in each of the following roles: Squad Leader, Medic, Machine Gunner, Specialist, and Rifleman. All qualifying activity must be recorded through official server statistics.
COMMAND-REVIEWED PROGRESSION AWARDPRECEDENCE 40
Combat Infantry Ribbon
RECOGNIZES
Recognizes exceptional sustained combat participation and long-term field service with the battalion.
HOW EARNED
Complete 200 HLL games that are verified and credited as Operations by the battalion tracking system. Reaching 200 Operations does not automatically award the ribbon. The Soldier becomes eligible for Command review, and Battalion Command must write and file a citation before the decoration is entered into the permanent 201 File.
COMMAND-REVIEWED PROGRESSION AWARDPRECEDENCE 50
Campaign Ribbon
RECOGNIZES
Recognizes participation in a designated battalion campaign consisting of multiple operations or events conducted toward a common operational objective.
HOW EARNED
Meet the participation requirement established for a specific battalion campaign. Headquarters publishes the qualifying campaign dates and required number of Operations or events. Once the campaign requirement is met, eligible members receive the ribbon for that campaign.
COMMAND-REVIEWED PROGRESSION AWARDPRECEDENCE 60
Good Conduct Ribbon
RECOGNIZES
Recognizes sustained dependable service, participation, and good standing within the battalion over an extended period.
HOW EARNED
Complete 90 qualifying active-service days in good standing. The Soldier must remain an active member and avoid administrative status that suspends service credit. Eligibility is based on the official personnel record and qualifying service days recorded by the Website.
COMMAND-REVIEWED PROGRESSION AWARDPRECEDENCE 70
Tour of Duty Ribbon
RECOGNIZES
Recognizes the completion of a substantial period of active service with the battalion and consistent participation throughout that tour.
HOW EARNED
Complete at least 180 qualifying service days and receive credit for at least 20 official combat operations during that period. Both requirements must be satisfied, and the member must remain in qualifying active status for service-day credit to continue accumulating.
COMMAND-REVIEWED PROGRESSION AWARDPRECEDENCE 80
Military Service Ribbon
RECOGNIZES
Recognizes members of the battalion who have served, or are currently serving, in the armed forces outside of the gaming community.
HOW EARNED
Provide private verification of current or prior real-world military service to authorized Battalion Headquarters staff. Once service has been verified, Command may award the ribbon. Military documentation is never displayed publicly on the Website.
COMMEMORATIVE RIBBONPRECEDENCE 85
First Wave Ribbon
RECOGNIZES
For the ones who were there when Update 1.5 hit.
The First Wave Ribbon recognizes 1/5 Cav members who jumped on with the unit and put boots in the jungle on September 16 for the release of Update 1.5. No special event. No mandatory formation. No bullshit.
HOW EARNED
Play on either server on September 16, 2026 with members of the 5th cav.
COMMAND AWARDPRECEDENCE 90
Unit Citation Ribbon
RECOGNIZES
Recognizes Soldiers who were members of a formation cited by Headquarters for exceptional collective performance during a specific operation, campaign, or period of service.
HOW EARNED
Headquarters must formally approve a Unit Citation for a qualifying Company, Platoon, Squad, or other formation. A Soldier must have participated in the cited action or qualifying period to receive the ribbon; membership in the unit alone does not automatically qualify a Soldier who did not participate.
COMMAND AWARDPRECEDENCE 100
Combat Action Ribbon
RECOGNIZES
Recognizes an individual Soldier for distinguished performance, initiative, or exceptional conduct during an official combat operation.
HOW EARNED
A Soldier must be formally recommended following a qualifying combat operation. Command reviews the circumstances and approves or denies the recommendation. The ribbon is based on demonstrated performance and contribution to the unit, not solely on kills, score, or other game statistics.
COMMAND AWARDPRECEDENCE 110
Meritorious Service Ribbon
RECOGNIZES
Recognizes exceptional service to the battalion that significantly exceeds the normal expectations of a member's assigned duties.
HOW EARNED
A Soldier must receive a formal recommendation describing the service performed. Examples may include exceptional administration, training support, recruiting efforts, event organization, technical support, sustained leadership, or another major contribution to the battalion. Final approval rests with authorized Command staff.
HEADQUARTERS REGISTER • PERMANENT ORDERS
RECENTLY DECORATED PERSONNEL
These are filed decorations, not progress estimates. Citation text and orders are shown only when they exist in the permanent personnel record.
VERIFIED201 FILE / AWARD ORDERS
DECORATED SOLDIER
SSG (OCHO) JOSHHYYYY
Armor Service Ribbon
EFFECTIVE
2026-10-04
ORDERS
NOT YET FILED
FILED BY
AUTOMATED PROGRESSION ENGINE
CITATION
Automatically awarded after verified server statistics satisfied all requirements. 20.0/20H armor • 323/150 vehicles • 33/30 games
DECORATED SOLDIER
PVT MA’VIECHI
Founding 99 Medal
EFFECTIVE
2026-09-20
ORDERS
GO-26-0195
FILED BY
command
CITATION
For distinguished service as one of the first ninety-nine members of the 5th Cavalry Regiment during the formative period of the organization.
Through early participation, commitment, and support of the community, this soldier helped establish the foundation upon which the 5th Cavalry Regiment continues to grow. Their presence during the unit’s earliest days represents a permanent place in the history of the Regiment and reflects the dedication of those who stood with the organization before its future was assured.
Their contribution helped build the camaraderie, identity, and fighting spirit that continue to define the 5th Cavalry Regiment.
The First 99 Medal is therefore awarded in recognition of their status as one of the Regiment’s original ninety-nine members and in appreciation for their contribution to the establishment and continued success of the unit.
DECORATED SOLDIER
PFC PLATONICBAYONET
Founding 99 Medal
EFFECTIVE
2026-09-20
ORDERS
GO-26-0165
FILED BY
command
CITATION
For distinguished service as one of the first ninety-nine members of the 5th Cavalry Regiment during the formative period of the organization.
Through early participation, commitment, and support of the community, this soldier helped establish the foundation upon which the 5th Cavalry Regiment continues to grow. Their presence during the unit’s earliest days represents a permanent place in the history of the Regiment and reflects the dedication of those who stood with the organization before its future was assured.
Their contribution helped build the camaraderie, identity, and fighting spirit that continue to define the 5th Cavalry Regiment.
The First 99 Medal is therefore awarded in recognition of their status as one of the Regiment’s original ninety-nine members and in appreciation for their contribution to the establishment and continued success of the unit.
DECORATED SOLDIER
WO1 ITACHI6226
Founding 99 Medal
EFFECTIVE
2026-09-20
ORDERS
GO-26-0122
FILED BY
command
CITATION
For distinguished service as one of the first ninety-nine members of the 5th Cavalry Regiment during the formative period of the organization.
Through early participation, commitment, and support of the community, this soldier helped establish the foundation upon which the 5th Cavalry Regiment continues to grow. Their presence during the unit’s earliest days represents a permanent place in the history of the Regiment and reflects the dedication of those who stood with the organization before its future was assured.
Their contribution helped build the camaraderie, identity, and fighting spirit that continue to define the 5th Cavalry Regiment.
The First 99 Medal is therefore awarded in recognition of their status as one of the Regiment’s original ninety-nine members and in appreciation for their contribution to the establishment and continued success of the unit.
DECORATED SOLDIER
PVT BOAZZ
Founding 99 Medal
EFFECTIVE
2026-09-20
ORDERS
GO-26-0197
FILED BY
command
CITATION
For distinguished service as one of the first ninety-nine members of the 5th Cavalry Regiment during the formative period of the organization.
Through early participation, commitment, and support of the community, this soldier helped establish the foundation upon which the 5th Cavalry Regiment continues to grow. Their presence during the unit’s earliest days represents a permanent place in the history of the Regiment and reflects the dedication of those who stood with the organization before its future was assured.
Their contribution helped build the camaraderie, identity, and fighting spirit that continue to define the 5th Cavalry Regiment.
The First 99 Medal is therefore awarded in recognition of their status as one of the Regiment’s original ninety-nine members and in appreciation for their contribution to the establishment and continued success of the unit.
DECORATED SOLDIER
PVT BILLYBOB7557
Founding 99 Medal
EFFECTIVE
2026-09-20
ORDERS
GO-26-0199
FILED BY
command
CITATION
For distinguished service as one of the first ninety-nine members of the 5th Cavalry Regiment during the formative period of the organization.
Through early participation, commitment, and support of the community, this soldier helped establish the foundation upon which the 5th Cavalry Regiment continues to grow. Their presence during the unit’s earliest days represents a permanent place in the history of the Regiment and reflects the dedication of those who stood with the organization before its future was assured.
Their contribution helped build the camaraderie, identity, and fighting spirit that continue to define the 5th Cavalry Regiment.
The First 99 Medal is therefore awarded in recognition of their status as one of the Regiment’s original ninety-nine members and in appreciation for their contribution to the establishment and continued success of the unit.
DECORATED SOLDIER
PFC GOOSE
Founding 99 Medal
EFFECTIVE
2026-09-20
ORDERS
GO-26-0112
FILED BY
command
CITATION
For distinguished service as one of the first ninety-nine members of the 5th Cavalry Regiment during the formative period of the organization.
Through early participation, commitment, and support of the community, this soldier helped establish the foundation upon which the 5th Cavalry Regiment continues to grow. Their presence during the unit’s earliest days represents a permanent place in the history of the Regiment and reflects the dedication of those who stood with the organization before its future was assured.
Their contribution helped build the camaraderie, identity, and fighting spirit that continue to define the 5th Cavalry Regiment.
The First 99 Medal is therefore awarded in recognition of their status as one of the Regiment’s original ninety-nine members and in appreciation for their contribution to the establishment and continued success of the unit.
DECORATED SOLDIER
PVT ARIES ITZ
Founding 99 Medal
EFFECTIVE
2026-09-20
ORDERS
GO-26-0170
FILED BY
command
CITATION
For distinguished service as one of the first ninety-nine members of the 5th Cavalry Regiment during the formative period of the organization.
Through early participation, commitment, and support of the community, this soldier helped establish the foundation upon which the 5th Cavalry Regiment continues to grow. Their presence during the unit’s earliest days represents a permanent place in the history of the Regiment and reflects the dedication of those who stood with the organization before its future was assured.
Their contribution helped build the camaraderie, identity, and fighting spirit that continue to define the 5th Cavalry Regiment.
The First 99 Medal is therefore awarded in recognition of their status as one of the Regiment’s original ninety-nine members and in appreciation for their contribution to the establishment and continued success of the unit.
DECORATED SOLDIER
PVT JAXSONH254
Founding 99 Medal
EFFECTIVE
2026-09-20
ORDERS
GO-26-0189
FILED BY
command
CITATION
For distinguished service as one of the first ninety-nine members of the 5th Cavalry Regiment during the formative period of the organization.
Through early participation, commitment, and support of the community, this soldier helped establish the foundation upon which the 5th Cavalry Regiment continues to grow. Their presence during the unit’s earliest days represents a permanent place in the history of the Regiment and reflects the dedication of those who stood with the organization before its future was assured.
Their contribution helped build the camaraderie, identity, and fighting spirit that continue to define the 5th Cavalry Regiment.
The First 99 Medal is therefore awarded in recognition of their status as one of the Regiment’s original ninety-nine members and in appreciation for their contribution to the establishment and continued success of the unit.
DECORATED SOLDIER
PVT TOLAZY2TRY
Founding 99 Medal
EFFECTIVE
2026-09-20
ORDERS
GO-26-0163
FILED BY
command
CITATION
For distinguished service as one of the first ninety-nine members of the 5th Cavalry Regiment during the formative period of the organization.
Through early participation, commitment, and support of the community, this soldier helped establish the foundation upon which the 5th Cavalry Regiment continues to grow. Their presence during the unit’s earliest days represents a permanent place in the history of the Regiment and reflects the dedication of those who stood with the organization before its future was assured.
Their contribution helped build the camaraderie, identity, and fighting spirit that continue to define the 5th Cavalry Regiment.
The First 99 Medal is therefore awarded in recognition of their status as one of the Regiment’s original ninety-nine members and in appreciation for their contribution to the establishment and continued success of the unit.
DECORATED SOLDIER
PVT D1DD¥D%DD¥
Founding 99 Medal
EFFECTIVE
2026-09-20
ORDERS
GO-26-0127
FILED BY
command
CITATION
For distinguished service as one of the first ninety-nine members of the 5th Cavalry Regiment during the formative period of the organization.
Through early participation, commitment, and support of the community, this soldier helped establish the foundation upon which the 5th Cavalry Regiment continues to grow. Their presence during the unit’s earliest days represents a permanent place in the history of the Regiment and reflects the dedication of those who stood with the organization before its future was assured.
Their contribution helped build the camaraderie, identity, and fighting spirit that continue to define the 5th Cavalry Regiment.
The First 99 Medal is therefore awarded in recognition of their status as one of the Regiment’s original ninety-nine members and in appreciation for their contribution to the establishment and continued success of the unit.
DECORATED SOLDIER
PVT MESO
Founding 99 Medal
EFFECTIVE
2026-09-20
ORDERS
GO-26-0135
FILED BY
command
CITATION
For distinguished service as one of the first ninety-nine members of the 5th Cavalry Regiment during the formative period of the organization.
Through early participation, commitment, and support of the community, this soldier helped establish the foundation upon which the 5th Cavalry Regiment continues to grow. Their presence during the unit’s earliest days represents a permanent place in the history of the Regiment and reflects the dedication of those who stood with the organization before its future was assured.
Their contribution helped build the camaraderie, identity, and fighting spirit that continue to define the 5th Cavalry Regiment.
The First 99 Medal is therefore awarded in recognition of their status as one of the Regiment’s original ninety-nine members and in appreciation for their contribution to the establishment and continued success of the unit.
HEADQUARTERS • 1ST BATTALION, 5TH CAVALRY • 1965
WHAT IT RECOGNIZES
HOW TO EARN IT
OFFICIAL REQUIREMENT
SECTION II • BATTALION MEDAL REGISTER
AUTHORIZED MEDALS
Medals are filed and displayed like the ribbon register: each decoration shows what it recognizes, how it is earned, and the official Headquarters requirement. Select a medal to open its decoration file.
VERIFIEDMEDAL CAMPAIGN CATALOGOnly publicly visible Headquarters medal programs appear here.
CLOSED MEDALFOUNDING_99
Founding 99 Medal
FOUNDING 99
RECOGNIZES
Recognizes the first 99 members who joined the 5th Cavalry Regiment and helped establish the foundation of the community during its earliest period of organization and growth.
HOW EARNED
Awarded exclusively to members whose official membership record places them among the first 99 accepted members of the 5th Cavalry Regiment. Eligibility is based on original membership order and may not be earned after the founding group has been established.
CLOSED MEDALSMOKES-SUDS-SEP26
Smokes & Suds Medal
SMOKES & SUDS CAMPAIGN
RECOGNIZES
Awarded to members who stay active in the field, help seed the battalion server, contribute meaningfully to the 1/5 Cavalry community, and earn recognition from fellow members during the designated campaign period.
HOW EARNED
Log 10 verified server hours
Complete 1 hour of server seeding while the server is below 50 players
Be active on at least 3 separate days during the event window, with at least 1 full verified server hour on each qualifying day
Complete 1 meaningful community contribution
Receive 5 Community Commendations from another member
Remain in Good Standing
CLOSED MEDALFIELD-COMMITMENT-SEP26
Field Commitment Medal
FIELD COMMITMENT CAMPAIGN
RECOGNIZES
Awarded to members who demonstrate commitment to the 1/5 Cavalry through recruiting, server support, and active field service during the designated campaign period. The Field Commitment Medal recognizes the members who help keep the unit populated, active, and moving forward.
HOW EARNED
Recruit 1 new member
Complete 30 minutes of server seeding
Log 5 hours of server time
