The Armed ForcesExpeditionary Medal was instituded in 1961 for all services. For Participation in military operations not covered by specific war medal.
First Award
Second Award
1988 on board USS Enterprise (CVN-65). For operations off the Pursian Gulf in support of Earnest Will Operations. That was when we Escorted Kuwaiti Oil Tankers under the American Flag.
In 1996 on board USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70). Starting January 1996 the Armed Forces Expedtionary Medal is issued to personnel in support of operations in the Pursian Gulf.