Service: Navy
Instituted: 1884
Criteria: Outstanding performance and conduct during three years of continuous active enlisted service in the U.S. Navy
Devices: Bronze, Silver Star
The Navy Good Conduct Medal was authorized on November 21, 1884. The medal is awarded to enlisted personnel of the United States Navy and Naval Reserve (active duty) for creditable, above average professional performance, military behavior, leadership, military appearance and adaptability based on good conduct and faithful service for three-year periods of continuous active service.