St. Philip of Neri Award

[CoLawman]

Ha Ha Ha! I told Razor you were coming!

[Dan]

All, Here's the official history of the St. Philip of Neri Award courtesy of the Special Forces Association. Thanks SFA!

The St. Philip Neri Award Program was established by the United States Army Special Forces Command in 2002. St. Philip Neri was selected as the Patron Saint of Special Forces because lie embodied the traits of the ideal Special Forces Soldier, Selfless, Superb Teacher, and Inspirational Leader. The Medal was first awarded at the SFA 50th Anniversary Banquet with three Gold Medal Awards. Since then, One Gold Medal, One Silver Medal and Eight Bronze Medals were awarded by the Special Forces Command. On 26 May 2003, General Lambert, CG USASFC, officially turned over the program to the SFA for their administration and implementation.

CRITERIA:
For The Order of Saint Philip Neri Gold Medal - this medal is the most distinguished of the three levels of the Military Society of Saint Neri. It recognizes the select few who stand above their brethren of the Silver or Bronze Order. The specific criterion for accession into the Gold Order is to have performed conspicuous, twenty years or more long-term service for or on behalf of the United Slates Army Special Forces or the Special Forces Association. The Gold Order is reserved for an elite few whose careers have embodied the spirit, dignity and sense of sacrifice and commitment epitomized by Saint Philip Neri. Only one nominee will be awarded the Gold Order per calendar year. The Saint Philip Neri Selection Committee may approve, disapprove or downgrade the nomination to the Silver Order as they deem appropriate. This award may only be presented lo veterans of Special Forces who have been awarded the Green Beret or Special Forces Tab.

For the Order of Saint Philip Neri Silver Order - This Medal recognizes those individuals who have demonstrated the highest standards of integrity and moral character; displayed an outstanding degree of professional competence; served in the United States Army Special Forces or the Special Forces Association for a period of 15 years or more with selflessness; and contributed to the promotion of Special Forces or the Association in ways that stand out in the eyes of the recipient's seniors, subordinates and peers alike. Only two nominees will be awarded the Silver Order per calendar year. The Selection Committee may approve or disapprove the nominations as they deem appropriate. This Award may only be presented to veterans of Special Forces who have been awarded the Green Beret or Special Forces Tab.

For the Order of Saint Philip Neri Bronze Order - The Bronze Order Medal is reserved for Active Duty and National Guard Special Forces soldiers only who have contributed in a significant way to the improvement of the United States Army Special Forces. Nominations may be submitted to the Selection Committee by any Special Forces Unit Commander. Only five nominees will be awarded this medal per calendar year. The Selection Committee may approve or disapprove the nominations as they deem appropriate.