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Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon

 The Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon (SAEMR) is awarded to Air Force personnel, including Reserve components members, whether or not they are on active duty, who, after 1 January 1963, qualify as "Expert" with either the M-16 rifle (to include the M-4 and GAU-5) or issue handgun on the Air Force qualification course, the appropriate orientation course prescribed in other AFIs, a Sister Service's qualification course, or who satisfactorily complete the Combat Rifle Program.

 AF Form 522, Ground Weapons Training Data and USAF Firearms Qualification, or a letter from the Small Arms Marksmanship monitor will be used as the source documentation for this award. Members who qualify as "Expert" will provide a copy of the AF Form 522 or letter to the MPS for update in the member's MILPDS records.

 Only one ribbon will be awarded regardless of the number of times a person qualifies.

 Authorized Device: A bronze service star will be worn on the ribbon for those members who, after 22 June 1972, meet award criteria with both the M16 rifle and issue handgun. Only one bronze star will be worn regardless of the number of times a person qualifies with both weapons.

Category of Award: Air Force Service Medals and Achievement Awards

Authorized after: January 1, 1963

Authorized Device(s): Bronze Service Star

References:
AFI 36-2803, The Air Force Military Awards and Decorations Program, Pages 160 and 161

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