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The
National Intelligence Exceptional Achievement Medal is presented to reward, "a single exceptional contribution to the IC and the US." It is awarded to eligible individuals on a "very selective basis". The medal may be awarded to United States government civilian or military personnel, and others
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The
National Intelligence Exceptional Achievement Medal was established as part of the National Intelligence Awards Program, specifically as a National Intelligence Community Award (NICA), with the revision of Intelligence Community Directive 655 in 2012. As a NICA, it is awarded on behalf of the
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of the medal, at the top is a scalloped design with seven raised sections, from the top down to the sides. In the center is a gold heraldic rose with a gold disc superimposed over it bearing a compass rose. At the base of the medal is a gold olive wreath. The reverse bears the words,
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in recognition for creditable service or contributions to the
Intelligence Community (IC) and the United States. Nominations for the medal are submitted to the National Intelligence Awards Review Board for appropriate review and action.
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is an award of the
National Intelligence Awards Program that recognizes a single significant act or contribution to the
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inch (1.6 mm) stripes alternating, white, scarlet, and white. On both edges of the ribbon is a
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inch (0.79 mm) white and golden yellow stripes towards the center.
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Awards and decorations of the United States
Intelligence Community
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Obverse of the
National Intelligence Exceptional Achievement Medal
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