Hagel Says No to New Military Medal

摘要

There will be no special medal for drone pilots and cyber warriors. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel scrapped the Distinguished Warfare Medal last month in favor of a device that can be attached to existing medals. The medal was announced in February as a way to honor the actions of service members who contribute to the battle, but from a far distance, such as drone pilots or cyber warriors. The immediate criticism that followed focused on the medal's rank, which was above the Purple Heart and other medals that can be earned only in combat.