Awards Page

Order of Precedence

Shadow Box and Ribbons in Order of Precedence
(l-r looking at them from the front
Highest Precedence top left )
Top row:
Distinguished Citizen Gold, Distinguished Citizen Silver, Distinguished Citizen Bronze
Middle Row:
Distinguished Service Bronze, Detachment Commandant, Detachment Staff Elected Silver
Bottom Row:
Detachment Staff Appointed Bronze, Detachment Recruiter Bronze, Membership (5+ years)

Award Recipients
	2004 Awards Paul Molé's Heroism Award 2005 Awards

Award Descriptions

Leaguer of the Year

This award recognizes the Detachment regular member whose outstanding efforts have most significantly contributed to the achievement of Detachment objectives and programs, who has set an example for members, and whose efforts have significantly enhanced the ideals set forth as a Marine.

This award, presented at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball, consists of the Distinguished Citizen Medal with FMF device, certificate and the engraved MCL plaque, “Presented for Extraordinary Service Above and Beyond the Call of Duty.”

Associate of the Year

This award recognizes the Detachment associate member whose outstanding efforts have most significantly contributed to the achievement of Detachment objectives and programs, who has set an example for associate members, and whose efforts have significantly enhanced the ideals of the detachment.

This award, presented at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball, consists of the Distinguished Citizen Medal, certificate and an engraved plaque, “Presented for Extraordinary Service Above and Beyond the Call of Duty.

Frank J. Aerts Memorial Award

Former World War 2 Marine Raider and member of 4th MarDiv, lived in Camarillo. He died in the late 1980’s of cancer. The Color Guard rifles are from Frank’s collection.

This award recognizes a Detachment regular member, for the qualities of integrity, concern and assistance to others, leadership in citizenship and patriotism, demonstrated support of Detachment programs and objectives, and characterizes the example of late Detachment member Frank J. Aerts.

This award, presented at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball, consists of the Distinguished Citizen Medal with two (2) Oak Leaf Cluster devices, certificate and an engraved plaque.

Foster L. Cheateaux Memorial Award

“Foster L. Cheateaux was highly decorated in the Vietnam War, as a helicopter gunner. He suffered head injuries while in combat which eventually resulted in a brain tumor. He died from the effects of these injuries before he could be sworn in as a charter member. The Detachment proudly added him to the Charter.”

This award recognizes achievement by a Detachment regular or associate member for excellence in performance of duties, and for contribution to Detachment programs beyond expectations.

This award, presented at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball, consists of the Distinguished Citizen Medal with one (1) Oak Leaf Cluster device, certificate and an engraved plaque

Chesty Puller Heroism Award

This Detachment Award is made to the Marine, Associate Member, or community citizen who performs an act of heroism. The award will be made to the individual, who in the opinion of the Awards Committee, has answered the call of duty “Above and Beyond” the principles upon which the Marine Corps League was founded. Recommendations for this award must be made in writing to the detachment Awards Committee. The Awards Committee reviews the recommendation. If, in the opinion of the Awards Committee, the individual qualifies for the award; the individual is then recommended to the Detachment Board for final approval. The award may be presented at any time throughout the year when appropriate.

The award consists of the Distinguished Citizen Medal (Bronze), the Distinguished Citizen “right to wear” Certificate and an engraved plaque. If the act of heroism involved great personal risk of injury or death to the recipient, the notation “at great personal risk” is to be incorporated on the certificate and plaque.

Distinguished Citizenship Award

This award is made to community citizens and Detachment regular and associate members who have assisted others in need, and promoted values of citizenship and patriotism.

The award, presented at the annual Christmas party, consists of the Distinguished Citizen Medal and certificate.

Lifetime Achievement Award

This award recognizes those special Detachment regular members that have worked through the years for the good of the Detachment. Further, this award recognizes the Detachment member who has a significant positive impact on the Detachment, its programs and members; who has consistently, through the years, made selfless efforts beyond expectations.

The selection is made by the Awards Committee with approval of the Board.

The award, presented at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball, consists of the Detachment Distinguished Service Medal with Hourglass device, certificate and engraved plaque.

Donald R. and Darrell S. Tipples Memorial Award

This award was originally named the Darrell S. Tipples Memorial Award. It was named after Don’s son who died in an OV-10 crash while on active duty with the marines. Don was instrumental to the early success of this detachment and remained an active member right up until his death in Feb. 2007. The award was subsequently renamed to honor both father and son, both Marines.

This award is made to a Detachment regular member for demonstrating unquestionable integrity and dependability, sets and achieves challenging goals, is a determined motivator and leader who relishes life while making the most of the assets at his disposal. He must be proud to be a Marine and practices the special values of being a Marine.

The plaque reads:
“For integrity, determination and esprit de corps”

This award, presented at the annual Christmas party, consists of the Distinguished Service Medal with FMF device, certificate and an engraved plaque.

Col William L. Henricks Toys for Tots Award

This award is presented to the member or associate whose leadership and personal effort contributed significantly to the success of the Toys for Tots program.

The award, presented at the mid-year awards ceremony, consists of the Detachment Distinguished Service Medal and certificate.

Distinguished Service Medal

This award recognizes Detachment regular and associate members who have had a significant positive impact on the Detachment, its programs and membership, through selfless efforts beyond expectations.

The award, presented at the annual Christmas party, consists of the Detachment Distinguished Service Medal and certificate.

Commandant’s Recognition Award

This award is presented to Detachment members who have exemplified themselves within the detachment; and who have contributed through time and effort to the full objectives of the detachment above and beyond that expected.

The selection is made by the Detachment Commandant with approval of the Board.

The award consists of the Meritorious Individual Commendation Ribbon.

MCL Community/VAVS Service Award

This award is to be awarded to a MCL member who in the opinion of the awarding Commandant has exemplified him or herself in their communities, including VAVS, but not necessarily both, helping all they have come in contact with.

The award, presented at the annual Christmas party, consists of MCL Community/VAVS Service Medal and certificate.

Commandant's Recognition Award

The selection is made by the Detachment Commandant with approval of the Board.

The award, presented at the annual Christmas party, consists of the Meritorious Individual Commendation Medal and certificate.

Gung Ho Award

The term attributed to the Marine Corps by the Chinese meaning “working in harmony” ascribes this award recognizing outside organizations or individuals in the community who have assisted and supported Detachment activities.

This award, presented as the situation warrants, consists of a plaque and certificate.

Semper Fi Award

This award recognizes outside organizations or individuals in the community who have made significant contribution to Detachment programs and goals.

This award, presented as the situation warrants, consists of a plaque and certificate.

Devil Dog Award

This award is to be moved to our MODD pound for determination of criteria and eligibility.

Certificates of Appreciation and Recognition

This award recognizes members, outside organizations, and non-members for acts deserving appreciation and recognition.

This award, presented as the situation warrants throughout the year, consists of a certificate.

Detachment Individual Achievement Award

This award is presented to detachment regular and associate members who have exemplified themselves through achievements in specific areas. The dedication and support of these members has had a significant impact on achieving detachment goals.