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Learn about the history, mission and operations of the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA), which operates nearly 240 commissaries worldwide for military personnel and their families. DeCA is a DoD agency that sells groceries and household goods at cost plus surcharge, saving authorized patrons thousands of dollars.
A commissary is a store for provisions within an organization, such as a military or a corporate center. Learn about the eligibility, benefits, and history of commissaries, especially in the U.S. military.
Base exchange is a type of retail store found on U.S. military installations worldwide. It sells consumer goods and services to authorized patrons such as active duty, reserve, national guard, retired members of the U.S. Uniformed Services and their dependents.
Learn about the various awards and decorations issued by the U.S. federal government for civilian service, such as the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the National Intelligence Medal, and the Department of Agriculture Honor Awards. See the list of awards by agency, eligibility, and precedence.
A challenge coin is a small coin or medallion, bearing an organization's insignia or emblem and carried by the organization's members. Learn about the origins, legends, and traditions of challenge coins in various contexts, such as military, law enforcement, and popular culture.
MWR stands for Morale, Welfare and Recreation, a network of support and leisure services for U.S. servicemembers, families, veterans and civilians. MWR offers various facilities and programs such as fitness centers, pools, marinas, golf courses, restaurants, child care and more.
GCSS is a web-based automated logistics system for U.S. Department of Defense logistics specialists. It has different versions for the Army and the Marine Corps, and provides updates on materiel requirements and status.
Learn about the various medals, ribbons, badges, and devices that recognize military service and personal accomplishments of U.S. service members. Find out the general order of precedence, the branches of service, and the inactive and obsolete awards.