ADJUTANT GENERAL'S CORPS REGIMENTAL ASSOCIATION AWARDS

Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association
ATTN: VP for Awards
P.O. Box 10026
Fort Jackson, SC 29207-0026

awards@agcra.com

Horatio Gates Gold

For Extraordinary Achievement and Service

HISTORY: Horatio Gates was the first Adjutant General of the Army. A Gold Medal was presented to Major General Horatio Gates by Congressional resolution to commemorate his victories over the British in the Battles of Bennington, Fort Stanwix and Saratoga. These three key battles prevented the British from occupying the strategic Hudson Valley and isolating New England from the other colonies. A replica of the original Gold Medal honors Gates' service and leadership.

PURPOSE: To recognize the extraordinary achievements and service of individuals who promote the objectives and purposes of the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association (AGCRA) and the Adjutant General's Corps (AGC) or other Human Resources (HR) professional as set forth in the Constitution and Bylaws of the Association.

PERSONS ELIGIBLE: Any person who is a member in good standing of the Association, who is a member of the Adjutant General's Corps or other Human Resources professional, or affiliated with the Adjutant General's Corps, when the recommendation is submitted. Personnel may not receive this award more than twice.

CRITERIA: Major General Horatio Gates Gold Medal is awarded for extraordinary achievement and distinguished service to the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association and the Adjutant General's Corps or Human Resources for: serving as a chapter officer, chapter committee member; introducing new methods, improved techniques and innovations to increase the efficiency of the United States Army while promoting high standards of proficiency; providing a forum for the mutual exchange and discussion of ideas and information of interest; promoting esprit-de-corps, cooperation and tradition; promoting leadership and enhancing military preparedness to meet the nation's defense requirements; making improvements in the fields of personnel, administration, and human resources management, as well as postal operations, public affairs, and recruiting; and for researching, recording and perpetuating an understanding of the history of the Adjutant General's Corps and the Association. The Major General Horatio Gates Gold Medal is the highest award authorized by the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association.

COST: $30.00, borne by the recommending authority.

RECOMMENDING PROCEDURES: Any person, having firsthand knowledge of an individual's achievement and/or service which meets the above criteria, can recommend that individual for this award. Recommendations, in memorandum format, will be forwarded to the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association, ATTN: VP for Awards, PO Box 10026, Fort Jackson, SC 29207-0026 or by email, as early as possible, but not later than 60 days prior to the presentation date. Memorandum must contain contributions to AGCRA and the Army as well as desired presentation date and PCS or retirement information. Recommendation must be endorsed by the local AGCRA Chapter President or senior Adjutant General Officer. If no Adjutant General Officer is available, a senior Human Resources professional will endorse the recommendation. A check for the appropriate amount must accompany the recommendation, payable to the AG Corps Regimental Association. If the award is disapproved, the check will be returned. Payment may also be made by credit card through the Sutler Store.

APPROVAL PROCESS: The Executive Council will review award recommendations and base their recommendations on the merits of the achievement and service. For approval of the recommendation, a simple majority of the members of the Executive Council present and voting must concur. Certificates for approved recommendations will be provided to the President of the Association for authenticating signature. When signed, the certificate and medal will be mailed to the recommending authority expeditiously. If mailing has to be expedited, recommending authority will cover the costs.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF AWARDS: Award recipients will be published in "1775".

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS: Presentation of medals and certificates will be made with an appropriate air of formality and at fitting ceremonies such as retirement ceremonies, anniversary celebrations of the Adjutant General's Corps, or Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association Chapter activations or anniversaries.

RECORDING OF AWARDS: All awards will be recorded by entering the recipient's name, rank and unit in a database maintained by the Awards Custodian. This database will be reviewed as part of the approval process.

REVOCATION OF AWARDS: In the unlikely event that information becomes known that a fraudulent award has been made, or dishonorable conduct is substantiated, the Executive Council can revoke this award, annotate the database, and notify the individual of the action.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 10 October 2007

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Horatio Gates Bronze

For Significant Achievement and Service

HISTORY: Horatio Gates was the first Adjutant General of the Army. A Gold Medal presented to Major General Horatio Gates by Congressional resolution to commemorate his victories over the British in the Battles of Bennington, Fort Stanwix and Saratoga. These three key battles prevented the British from occupying the strategic Hudson Valley and isolating New England from the other former colonies. The Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association created a Bronze Medal to recognize significant achievement and service to the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association, the Adjutant General's Corps, and the Human Resources Community. A replica of the original Gold Medal cast in bronze honors Gates' service and leadership.

PURPOSE: To recognize the significant achievements and/or service of individuals who promote the objectives and purposes of the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association and the Adjutant General's Corps or other Human Resources professional as set forth in the Constitution and Bylaws of the Association.

PERSONS ELIGIBLE: Any person who is a member in good standing of the Association, and who is a member of the Adjutant General's Corps, or affiliated with the Adjutant General's Corps or other Human Resources professional, when the recommendation is submitted. Personnel may not receive this award more than twice.

CRITERIA: Major General Horatio Gates Bronze Medal is awarded for significant achievement and/or distinguished service to the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association and the Adjutant General's Corps or Human Resources for: serving as a chapter officer, committee member; introducing new methods, improved techniques and innovations to increase the efficiency of the United States Army while promoting high standards of proficiency; providing a forum for the mutual exchange and discussion of ideas and information of interest; promoting esprit-de-corps, cooperation and tradition; promoting leadership and enhancing military preparedness to meet the nation's defense requirements; making improvements in the fields of personnel, administration, and human resources management, as well as postal operations, public affairs, and recruiting; and for researching, recording and perpetuating an understanding of the history of the Adjutant General's Corps and the Association. The Major General Horatio Gates Bronze Medal is the second highest award authorized by the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association.

COST: $25.00, borne by the recommending authority.

RECOMMENDING PROCEDURES: Any person, having firsthand knowledge of an individual's achievement and/or service which meets the above criteria, can recommend that individual for this award. Recommendations, in memorandum format, will be forwarded to the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association, ATTN: VP for Awards, PO Box 10026, Fort Jackson, SC 29207-0026 or by email, as early as possible, but not later than 60 days prior to the presentation date. Memorandum must contain contributions to AGCRA and to the Army as well as desired presentation date and PCS or retirement information. Recommendation must be endorsed by the local AGCRA Chapter President or senior Adjutant General Officer. If no Adjutant General Officer is available, a senior Human Resources professional will endorse the recommendation. A check for the appropriate amount must accompany the recommendation, payable to the AG Corps Regimental Association. If the award is disapproved, the check will be returned. Payment may also be made by credit card through the Sutler Store.

APPROVAL PROCESS: The Executive Council will review award recommendations and base their recommendations on the merits of the achievement and/or service. For approval of the recommendation, a simple majority of the members of the Executive Council present and voting must concur. Certificates for approved recommendations will be provided to the President of the Association for authenticating signature. When signed, the certificate and medal will be mailed to the recommending authority expeditiously. If mailing has to be expedited, recommending authority will cover the costs.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF AWARDS: Award recipients will be published in "1775".

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS: Presentation of medals and certificates will be made with an appropriate air of formality and at fitting ceremonies such as retirement ceremonies, anniversary celebrations of the Adjutant General's Corps, or Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association Chapter activations or anniversaries.

RECORDING OF AWARDS: All awards will be recorded by entering the recipient's name, rank and unit in a database maintained by the Awards Custodian. This database will be reviewed as part of the approval process.

REVOCATION OF AWARDS: In the unlikely event that information becomes known that a fraudulent award has been made, or dishonorable conduct is substantiated, the Executive Council can revoke this award, annotate the database, and notify the individual of the action.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 10 October 2007

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Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association Achievement Medal

For Achievement and/or Service

HISTORY: At the request of many Chapter Presidents, the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association created an award to recognize contributions to the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association and the Adjutant General's Corps or other Human Resources professional.

PURPOSE: To recognize the achievements of individuals who promote the objectives and purposes of the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association, and the Adjutant General's Corps or Human Resources professional as set forth in the Constitution and Bylaws of the Association. The AGCRA Achievement Medal is awarded for achievement of a lesser degree than required for award of the Horatio Gates Medal.

PERSONS ELIGIBLE: Any person who is a member in good standing of the Association, and who is a member of the Adjutant General's Corps, or affiliated with the Adjutant General's Corps or other Human Resources professional, when the recommendation is submitted. Personnel may not receive this award more than twice.

CRITERIA: As established by the Constitution and By-Laws and in keeping with the Association's goals that members be recognized for their accomplishments.

COST: $20.00, to be borne by the recommending authority.

RECOMMENDING PROCEDURES: Any person having firsthand knowledge of an individual's achievement which meets the above criteria can recommend that individual for this award. All recommendations, in memorandum format, for the AGCRA Achievement Medal will be forwarded to the Vice-President for Awards to verify membership status and preparation of the certificate and medal. The local Chapter President will review and approve/disapprove all recommendations.

APPROVAL PROCESS: If approved by the local Chapter President, the award will be forwarded to the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association, ATTN: VP for Awards, PO Box 10026, Fort Jackson, SC 29207-0026 or by email, as early as possible, but not later than 60 days prior to the presentation date. Membership will be verified and the certificate will be prepared and forwarded along with the medal for presentation. The local Chapter President will sign the certificate. If there is no local Chapter, the AGCRA President will approve or disapprove the recommendation after membership verification. The Association President will sign the certificate and the certificate and medal will be forwarded for presentation. A check for the appropriate amount must accompany the recommendation, payable to the AG Corps Regimental Association. If the award is disapproved, the check will be returned. Payment may also be made by credit card through the Sutler Store. If mailing has to be expedited, recommending authority will cover the costs.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF AWARDS: Award recipients will be published in "1775".

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS: Presentation of medals and certificates will be made with an appropriate air of formality and at fitting ceremonies such as retirement ceremonies, anniversary celebrations of the Adjutant General's Corps, or Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association Chapter activations or anniversaries.

RECORDING OF AWARDS: All awards will be recorded by entering the recipient's name, rank and unit in a database maintained by the Awards Custodian. This database will be reviewed as part of the approval process.

REVOCATION OF AWARDS: In the unlikely event that information becomes available that a fraudulent award has been made, or dishonorable conduct is substantiated, the Chapter President or the AGCRA Executive Council can revoke this award. Chapter Presidents must notify the AGCRA, VP for Awards if this occurs.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 10 October 2007

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Benjamin Harrison Medal

For Obtaining the Highest Overall Class Standing in Leadership, Academics, and Physical Fitness

HISTORY: This award is for outstanding performance in leadership, academics and physical fitness while attending basic level training. The medal is struck by the U.S. Mint from the original die used in making the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Medal in 1893. The award is presented in recognition of Fort Benjamin Harrison as the original home of the Adjutant General's Corps.

PURPOSE: To promote excellence in leadership, academics and physical fitness by recognizing the overall outstanding graduates of professional development courses (e.g., BOLC III, WOBC, BNCOC, AGCCC, WOAC, ANCOC, and Senior Human Resources Management Course).

PERSONS ELIGIBLE: Any Commissioned, Warrant, or Noncommissioned Officer who is a student when the recommendation is made.

CRITERIA: As established by the host school which determines the overall outstanding course graduate based on leadership, academics, and physical fitness.

COST: To be borne by the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association.

RECOMMENDING PROCEDURES: School Commandants, Directors, or their appointed representatives will recommend each qualified member. This recommendation will be in memorandum format and forwarded to the AG Corps Regimental Association, ATTN: VP for Awards, PO Box 10026, Fort Jackson, SC 29207-0026 or by email.

APPROVAL PROCESS: The VP for Awards will prepare the certificate for the President of the Association's authenticating signature. When signed, the certificate and medal will be forwarded expeditiously to the host school.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF AWARDS: Award recipients will be published in "1775".

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS: The medals and certificates should be presented at graduation ceremonies.

RECORDING OF AWARDS: All awards will be recorded by entering the recipient's name and rank in a database maintained by the Awards Custodian.

REVOCATION OF AWARDS: In the unlikely event that information becomes available that a fraudulent award has been made, or dishonorable conduct is substantiated, the Awards Board can revoke this award.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 10 October 2007

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Theodore Roosevelt Medal

For Excellence in Physical Fitness

HISTORY: This award is for superior achievement in physical fitness. The medal is struck by the U.S. Mint from the original die used in making the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Medal. President Roosevelt named Fort Benjamin Harrison the home of the Adjutant General's Corps. He also established the first Army physical fitness test in the War Department, General Order #240, dated December 4, 1907, when he advocated that it is just as much the duty of those who serve their country to adopt such measures and pursue such habits as will maintain a physical condition fit for service to their country as it is to cultivate their minds and in fitting themselves for the intellectual duties of their profession.

PURPOSE: To promote physical fitness by recognizing members of the Association who achieve a maximum score on the APFT.

PERSONS ELIGIBLE: Any person who is a member of the Association at the time the APFT is taken and has not previously received this award or is a student attending a basic or advanced officer, warrant officer, or noncommissioned officer course. APFT must be within the past 12 months.

CRITERIA: Score 300 points on any record APFT in accordance with Army Regulations.

COST: To be borne by the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association.

RECOMMENDING PROCEDURES: Any person, having firsthand knowledge of an individual's achievement, can recommend that individual for this award. Recommendations will be forwarded, in memorandum format. A signed copy of the individual's APFT score card will accompany the recommendation and be forwarded to the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association, ATTN: VP for Awards, PO Box 10026, Fort Jackson, SC 29207-0026 or by email.

APPROVAL PROCESS: The Chapter President will verify the awardee's eligibility and forward, in memorandum format showing name and rank, a request for certificate and medal. Upon signature by the Association President, the certificate and medal will be forwarded expeditiously to the requesting Chapter. Requests for those without a Chapter will be verified by the Vice President for Awards, and certificates and medals will be forwarded expeditiously to the requester.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF AWARDS: Award recipients will be published in "1775".

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS: Presentation of the medal and certificate will be made with an appropriate air of formality and at fitting ceremonies such as unit formations or at Regimental Association functions.

RECORDING OF AWARDS: All awards will be recorded by entering the recipient's name, rank and unit in a database maintained by the Vice President for Awards. The data will be reviewed for accuracy when entered.

REVOCATION OF AWARDS: In the unlikely event that information becomes available that a duplicate award, fraudulent award, or dishonorable conduct is substantiated, the Chapter President or the AGCRA Awards Board can revoke this award. Chapter Presidents must notify the Awards Board if this occurs.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 10 October 2007

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AGCRA Medal of Excellence

For Obtaining the Highest Overall Class Standing in Academics, Physical Fitness, and Leadership

HISTORY: This award is for outstanding performance in academics, physical fitness and leadership while attending Advanced Individual Training.

PURPOSE: To promote excellence in academics, physical fitness, and leadership by recognizing the overall outstanding graduate of Adjutant General's Corps Advanced Individual Training courses.

PERSONS ELIGIBLE: Any AIT soldier in an AG Corps Advanced Individual Training course.

CRITERIA: As established by the host school which determines the overall outstanding class graduate based on academics, physical, and leadership.

COST: To be borne by the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association.

RECOMMENDING PROCEDURES: School Commandants, Directors, or their appointed representatives will recommend each qualified member. A graduation report listing the person receiving the AGCRA Medal of Excellence will be forwarded to the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association, ATTN: VP for Awards, PO Box 10026, Fort Jackson, SC 29207-0026or by email.

APPROVAL PROCESS: The School Commandants, Directors, or their appointed representatives will verify the awardee's eligibility and prepare the previously signed certificate with the awardee's name, class, and date.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF AWARDS: Award recipients will be published in "1775".

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS: The medals and certificates should be presented at graduation ceremonies.

RECORDING OF AWARDS: All awards will be recorded by entering the recipient's name and rank in a database maintained by the Awards Custodian.

REVOCATION OF AWARDS: In the unlikely event that information becomes available that a fraudulent award has been made, or dishonorable conduct is substantiated, the Awards Board can revoke this award.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 10 October 2007

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The Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association
LTG Timothy Maude, SGM Larry Strickland, and John J. Dinnien
Medals for Distinguished Achievement

HISTORY: For many years the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association had recognized the Adjutant General's Corps Noncommissioned Officer and Soldier of the Year by presenting a Regimental Achievement Medal. In 2000, The "John J. Dinnien Award for Excellence in Military Personnel Management" was created to annually recognize the contributions of Army civilians in military personnel management. The first Dinnien award was presented in March 2001.

After the events of 11 September 2001, the Executive Council of the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association looked at various ways to honor the senior AG leaders who were killed in the Pentagon. The Association approved two new medals to honor the memory and service of LTG Maude and SGM Strickland. Mrs. Maude and CSM Strickland viewed the medals and gave their concurrence.

In 2003, the Association honored both the Officer and Warrant Officer of the Year with the LTG Timothy Maude Medal and now recognizes the NCO and Soldier of the Year with the SGM Larry Strickland Medal.

With the addition of these new medals, the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association honors all members of the Adjutant General's Corps and Human Resources professionals: Officer, Warrant Officer, NCO, Soldier, and Civilian.

 

Timothy J. Maude Medal for Distinguished Achievement

Adjutant General's Corps Officer and Warrant Officer of the Year

PURPOSE: The purpose of this award is to give special recognition to an Officer and Warrant Officer who best understand LTG Maude's contributions and values in his dealings with Soldiers, Commanders, Families, and the Army during the previous calendar year.

PERSONS ELIGIBLE: Any Branch 42 Officer or 420 Warrant Officer who is a member of the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association. Officer must be in the grade of 2LT - CPT; Warrant Officer must be in the grade of WO1 - CW3. Nominee must be a member of the active Army, National Guard, or Army Reserve as of 30 June that year.

CRITERIA: APFT (minimum 90 points in each event) within the previous 12 months; Officer Record Brief; verification of height and weight; Weapons Qualification within the previous 12 months; No UCMJ, Suspension of Favorable Actions, or disciplinary action (letter of reprimand, etc); One Officer and Warrant Officer per active AGCRA Chapter or Installation if no active Chapter exists on that Installation; Current DA Photo (head/shoulder picture may be substituted if deployed); One page summary from the nominee demonstrating their understanding of LTG Maude - contributions, values, etc and how they seek to emulate him; Recommendation narrative from the nominee's support channel and the senior Adjutant General Officers on that post and/or President of their local Chapter. Narrative should include an outline of the officer's contributions that best emulate LTG Maude as a Soldier, leader, and a person. Include, but not limited to, values, leadership, their role in the Army (tactical and technical), visionary, and most importantly their support of Soldiers, commanders, and families. Narrative should not exceed more than 2 pages using Times New Roman, size 12. Due to support of OIF and OEF, some officers may not have current APFT and/or weapons qualification within the previous 12 months. If the scorecard is not available, a separate memorandum will be included explaining these circumstances and how the scores were verified. Submit the entire packet electronically if possible to the VP for Awards.

APPROVAL PROCESS: The Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association Executive Council will vote and select the recipient from the nominations received and notify the recipient's chain of command.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF AWARDS: The winner will be announced during the Adjutant General's Corps National Ball at Fort Jackson. All costs will be borne by the nominating activity (Chapter or Installation). Winner will receive the Maude Medal and a certificate presented by the President, Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association. Winners' photos will de displayed at the Adjutant General School. Award recipients will be published in "1775".

RECORDING OF AWARDS: All awards will be recorded by entering the recipient's name, rank and unit in a database maintained by the Awards Custodian. This database will be reviewed as part of the approval process.

REVOCATION OF AWARDS: In the unlikely event that information becomes known that a fraudulent award has been made, or dishonorable conduct is substantiated, the Executive Council can revoke this award, annotate the database, and notify the individual of the action.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 10 October 2007

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Larry L. Strickland Medal for Distinguished Achievement

Adjutant General's Corps Noncommissioned Officer and Soldier of the Year

PURPOSE: The purpose of this award is to give special recognition to a Noncommissioned Officer and Soldier who best understand SGM Strickland's contributions and values in his dealings with Soldiers, Commanders, Families, and the Army during the previous calendar year.

PERSONS ELIGIBLE: All CMF 42 MOS, 79R, and 79S (Bandsmen included) who are a member of the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association. NCO must be in the grade of CPL - SFC; Soldier must be in the grade of PVT - SPC. Nominee must be a member of the active Army, National Guard, or Army Reserve as of 30 June that year.

CRITERIA: APFT (minimum 90 points in each event) within the previous 12 months; Enlisted Record Brief; current copy of DA Form 705; verification of height and weight; Weapons Qualification within the previous 12 months; No UCMJ, Suspension of Favorable Actions, or disciplinary action (letter of reprimand, etc); One NCO and Soldier per active AGCRA Chapter or Installation if no active Chapter exists on that Installation; Current DA Photo (head/shoulder picture may be substituted if deployed); One page summary from the nominee demonstrating their understanding of SGM Strickland - contributions, values, etc and how they seek to emulate him; Recommendation narrative from the nominee's support channel and the senior Adjutant General Noncommissioned Officer on that post and/or President of their local Chapter. Narrative should include an outline of the NCO's or Soldier's contributions that best emulate SGM Strickland as a Soldier, leader, and a person. Include, but not limited to, values, leadership, their role in the Army (tactical and technical), visionary, and most importantly their support of Soldiers, commanders, and families. Narrative should not exceed more than 2 pages using Times New Roman, size 12. Due to support of OIF and OEF, some NCOs and Soldiers may not have current APFT and/or weapons qualification within the previous 12 months. If the scorecard is not available, a separate memorandum will be included explaining these circumstances and how the scores were verified. Submit the entire packet electronically if possible to the VP for Awards.

APPROVAL PROCESS: The Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association Executive Council will vote and select the recipient from the nominations received and notify the recipient's chain of command.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF AWARDS: The winner will be announced during the Adjutant General's Corps National Ball at Fort Jackson. All costs will be borne by the nominating activity (Chapter or Installation). Winner will receive the Strickland Medal and a certificate presented by the President, Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association. Winners' photos will de displayed at the Adjutant General School. Award recipients will be published in "1775".

RECORDING OF AWARDS: All awards will be recorded by entering the recipient's name, rank and unit in a database maintained by the Awards Custodian. This database will be reviewed as part of the approval process.

REVOCATION OF AWARDS: In the unlikely event that information becomes known that a fraudulent award has been made, or dishonorable conduct is substantiated, the Executive Council can revoke this award, annotate the database, and notify the individual of the action.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 10 October 2007

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John J. Dinnien Medal For Achievement and Service

Adjutant General's Corps Civilian of the Year

HISTORY: The "John J. Dinnien Award for Excellence in Military Personnel Management" was created to recognize the contributions of Army civilians in military personnel management. The award is named in honor of Mr. John J. Dinnien, who epitomized the best qualities of a professional human resource manager, and always placed service to the soldier above all else.

PURPOSE: The purpose of this award is to give special recognition to a civilian in military personnel management for contributions of outstanding significance to the Army and service to soldiers during the previous calendar year.

PERSONS ELIGIBLE: Eligible personnel include: civilian employees (GS or NF) working for the Department of the Army in the field of military personnel management and who are members of the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association.

CRITERIA: Completion of a task or assignment which has significantly contributed to the execution of the Army's mission, while honoring all traditional American military values, placing special emphasis on: loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courage. The following evaluation criteria should be used in selecting MACOM nominees.

  • Personnel assigned duties of major significance to the military personnel mission, which were accomplished in such a way as to have been clearly exceptional.
  • Personnel who developed or improved military personnel methods and procedures, or were responsible for exceptional achievements that caused significant savings or advanced the military personnel mission and personnel readiness.
  • Personnel who provided outstanding examples for major military personnel programs in terms of highly successful mission accomplishment.
  • Personnel who demonstrated a record of achievement and inspired others to improve quantity and quality of their work.
  • Personnel who had an established pattern of excellence, as recognized by previous accomplishments (i.e., Commander's Award for Civilian Service, Multiple Exceptional Performance Appraisals, etc.)

COST: To be borne by the AG Corps Regimental Association.

RECOMMENDING PROCEDURES: Major Commands will submit nominations on the one person selected from their organization to HQ, HRC, ATTN: EPC-S. Submission date will be determined by the President, Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association.

APPROVAL PROCESS: A screening board will be established by the FCR to review the award nominations and recommend to the FC the nominee to receive the annual award. Board members must be familiar with the criteria for the award and the biography of Mr. Dinnien. The board will consist of five voting and two nonvoting members. The composition of the board will be a mix of HRC and MACOM representatives, as follows:

  1. FCR - President (nonvoting).
  2. The senior GS-205-15 (voting).
  3. Three civilians (GS-13 to GS-15) (voting).
  4. Two military (SGM or LTC/COL) (voting).
  5. CP50 Program Manager (nonvoting recorder).

The screening board will forward the top three recommendations to the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association. The Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association will vote and select the recipient and provide the program manager with the name of the recipient.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF AWARDS: The winner will be announced during the Adjutant General's Corps National Ball at Fort Jackson. All costs will be borne by the nominating activity (Chapter or Installation). Winner will receive the Dinnien Medal and a certificate presented by the President, Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association. Winner's name will be added to the plaque hanging at HR Command. Award recipients will be published in "1775".

RECORDING OF AWARDS: All awards will be recorded by entering the recipient's name, rank and unit in a database maintained by the Awards Custodian. This database will be reviewed as part of the approval process.

REVOCATION OF AWARDS: In the unlikely event that information becomes known that a fraudulent award has been made, or dishonorable conduct is substantiated, the Awards Board can revoke this award, annotate the database, and notify the individual of the action.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 10 October 2007

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