Proper Wear and Display

of the
Knightly Orders and
Chivalrous Awards
An Award Manual Supplemental

TRMN-05
TRMN-05

Admiralty House
Landing, Manticore
 THE ROYAL
MANTICORAN NAVY

Admiralty House

TRMN-05
Proper Wear and Display of the Knightly Orders
and Chivalrous Awards

Bureau of Personnel
Admiralty House
Landing, Manticore

Bureau of Communications
Admiralty House
Landing, Manticore
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TRMN-05

TRMN-05 Proper Wear and Display of the Knightly Orders and Chivalrous Awards

Published as TRMN-05 Proper Wear and Display of the Knightly Orders and Chivalrous Awards 01FEB2018

The Royal Manticoran Navy

Bureau of Personnel
Admiralty House
Landing, Manticore

Rear Admiral of the Red Kim Niemeyer, KDE, SC, RMN

Fifth Space Lord
Baron Bahia Cadiz

The Royal Manticoran Navy

Bureau of Communications
Admiralty House
Landing, Manticore

Rear Admiral of the Red David Weiner, KSK, GCE, CGM, RMN
Fourth Space Lord
Baron Serpent Head Point

Formatted by: Commodore Zachary White, KDE, MC, OG, MR, QBM, RMN
Edited by: Sergeant Major Jessica Nettles, KDE, RMMC and Commodore Zachary White
Illustrations by: Captain(JG) William Knight,KDE, MC, OG, CBM, RMN, Baron White Lion
Senior Chief Warrant Officer Ryan Gale, CGM, RMN
Commodore Zachary White

Special Notice: The programs, policies, requirements, and regulations published in this manual are subject to contin-
ual review in order to serve the needs of The Royal Manticoran Navy; The Official Honor Harrington Fan Association
members, and are subject to change at any time, as circumstances may require.

DISTRIBUTION RESTRICTION: Approved for public release, distribution is unlimited.

The Royal Manticoran Navy; The Official Honor Harrington Fan Association, Inc. Some rights reserved. Honor
Harrington and all related materials © David Weber.

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Introduction
A Note from the Author:
The nuances of how to wear and display a neck medal, chest star, or sash, may seem very arbitrary and
convoluted at first glance. This guide seeks to explain this process in an easily understood way. We will
go step by step and list a few examples of the various awards and common combinations. It should be
noted that under each category there is the appropriate level of uniform to display that award on, which
is further differentiated by service. Please pay special attention to these restrictions, as not all awards
may be displayed on every level of uniform and the levels of uniform appropriate to display these awards
varies by service. If a uniform level is not listed, it should be assumed that display of these awards on
that uniform is not authorized.

Please consult the service specific uniform manuals, the Uniform Questions forum found in the Bureau
of Communications, or your service liaison to the Uniform Board if there are any further questions after
reading this guide.

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Neck Medals
Awards:
Parliamentary Medal of Valor (RMN, RMMC, RMA)
Star of Grayson (GSN)
Knight, Most Distinguished Order of Merit

Companion through Knight Companion: Most Honorable Order of King Roger I

Knight through Knight Companion: Most Eminent Order of the Golden Lion
Companion through Knight Companion: Most Regal Order of Queen Elizabeth I

FOR VALOR

FOR

M ER IT

Parliamentary Medal of Valor Star of Grayson Knight - OoM

KING KING
OF R OF R
R R KING
OF
OG

R
E HONO

OG

R
E H ONO
E R T HE FI

OG
E H ONO
ER THE F

ER THE F
K RW
TH

K RW K RW

TH
TH

R RS RS

I
FO T RS R T
I

R FO
FO T

Knight Companion - OoKR

Knight - OoKR Companion - OoKR

Knight Companion - OotGL Knight - OotGL Companion - OotGL

Knight Companion - OoQE Knight - OoQE Companion - OoQE

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Authorized Uniforms
RMN:
Optional with service dress and dress
Mandatory with enlisted dress (E-7 through E-10)
Mandatory with mess dress

RMMC:
Optional with service dress and dress
Mandatory with enlisted dress (E-7 through E-10)
Mandatory with mess dress

RMA:
Optional with service dress and dress
Mandatory with enlisted dress (E-7 through E-10)
Mandatory with mess dress

GSN:
Optional with enlisted dress uniform (E-7 through E-10)
Optional with mess dress

Civilians:
Mandatory with court dress

It is important to note that the neck medals for the Parlimentary Medal of valor and the Star of
Grayson are always mandatory for wear with an authorized uniform.

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Display
A neck medal is probably the first unique award device that a member will receive. They are awarded for
the chivalrous order ranks of Companion through Knight Companion, for the two highest awards in the
Star Empire of Manticore and the Protectorate of Grayson, the Parliamentary Medal of Valor and the Star
of Grayson, respectively. The design varies with the rank of the award, but the method of display remains
the same throughout.

The neck medal is suspended from a length of ribbon identical to that used for the award displayed on
a member’s ribbon rack. For example, if a member is a Companion in the Most Honorable Order of King
Roger I, the ribbon used to display the neck medal would be a red ribbon with a single yellow stripe
through the center. The ribbon used to display neck medals may be purchased in the appropriate lengths
from the Bureau of Supply.

The neck medal is suspended from a 25mm jeweler’s split ring. This ring should be either gold or silver
depending on the primary color of the neck medal. The ribbon used to suspend the medal is passed
through this ring and fitted with hardware to facilitate fastening around the neck. The split rings and clasp
hardware may be purchased from any craft supply or fabric store.

The fit of the neck medal should be tight around the throat, but not restrictively so. The length of ribbon
used will depend entirely on an individual’s neck size and the type of clasp chosen. In all cases, the end
result should allow the medal and the ribbon around the suspension rings to peek out from the collar
and lay at the base of the throat when fastened. Some experimentation will be required, and it is highly
recommended that any neck medals be tried on with the uniform it is intended to be worn with before
making any final adjustments.

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Display (continued)

For those personnel in the Grayson Space Navy, the ribbon and medal should pass under the shirt collar
and hang at the throat, just under the bow tie or tie tab.

It is important to note that neck medals are not worn like those that may be given for winning a
prize or a race, and while it is sometimes common for them to be awarded in such a manner, they
should never be displayed in such a manner when worn with the uniform.

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Chest Stars
Awards:
Knight Companion through Knight Grand Cross: Most Honorable Order of King Roger I
Knight Companion through Knight Grand Cross: Most Eminent Order of the Golden Lion
Knight Companion through Knight Grand Cross: Most Regal Order of Queen Elizabeth I

Knight: Most Noble Order of the Star Kingdom

Knight: Most Distinguished Order of Merit

A R KI NGD
E ST O
TH M
FOR
ND

OF
H O NOR A

MANTICORE
FOR

M ER IT

Knight - Order of the Star Kingdom Knight - Order of Merit

KING
OF R
R
OG
E HONO

E R T H E FI

K RW
TH

R RS
FO T

Knight Grand Cross - OoKR Knight Grand Cross - OotGL Knight Grand Cross - OoQE

KING
OF R
R
OG
E HONO

ER T HE FI

K RW
TH

R RS
FO T

Knight Commander - OoKR Knight Commander - OotGL Knight Commander - OoQE

KING R
OF
R
OG
E HONO

E R T H E FI

K RW
TH

R RS
FO T

Knight Companion - OoKR Knight Companion - OotGL Knight Companion - OoQE

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Authorized Uniforms
RMN:
Optional with service dress and dress
Mandatory with enlisted dress (E-7 through E-10)
Mandatory with mess dress

RMMC:
Optional with service dress and dress
Mandatory with enlisted dress (E-7 through E-10)
Mandatory with mess dress

RMA:
Optional with service dress and dress
Mandatory with enlisted dress (E-7 through E-10)
Mandatory with mess dress

GSN:
Optional with service undress and service dress
Optional with enlisted dress uniform (E-7 through E-10)
Optional with mess dress

Civilians:
Mandatory with court dress

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Display
A chest star is usually the second unique award device that a member will receive. They are awarded for
the chivalrous order ranks of Knight Companion through Knight Grand Cross and for the two meritorious
awards of Knight, Most Noble Order of the Star Kingdom, and Knight, Most Distinguished Order of Merit.
The design varies with the rank of the award, but the method of display remains the same throughout.

The chest star is attached to the uniform approximately 1 inch down from the bottom of, and centered
on, the ribbon rack. Members of the Grayson Space Navy should consult their service specific uniform
manual for information on how to display chest stars. Measurements may be adjusted as necessary but
the suggested measurements should be used in conjunction with the illustrations as a starting point.

A R KI NGD
E ST O
TH M
ND

OF
HONOR A

MANTICORE
FOR

As older stock is phased out, most chest stars will come equiped with three pins on the back, similar to
standard rank insignia. However, some of the stars are still equipped with a safety pin type clasp on the
rear of the award. It is highly recommended that the safety pin type clasp be removed and that one or two,
necessary on some of the larger chest stars, metal ribbon holders (flat type, single ribbon) be attached to
the reverse of the chest star to facilitate better wear and display of the chest star on the uniform. JB Weld
or a similar product is recommended for this task.
Members of the RMN, RMMC, and RMA, may display up to four chest stars on their uniform as appropriate.
Personnel in the Grayson Space Navy are advised to consult their service specific uniform manual for
information on the maximum number of chest stars authorized on their uniforms. Please see the following
illustrations for a visual representation of the manner in which multiple stars are displayed on the uniform.

Please note, that while generally accurate, these graphics are for informational purposes only, and
are not necessarily to scale. The order of display is based on the order of precedence, which will
be discussed further in this document.

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Display (continued)
Display of two chest stars: The uppermost star is positioned approximately 1 inch down from the bottom of,
and centered on, the ribbon rack. The second star is positioned approximately 1 inch below, and centered
on, the uppermost star.

A R KI NGD
E ST O
TH M

ND

OF
HONOR A

MANTICORE
FOR

KING
OF R
R

OG
E HONO

ER THE F
K RW
TH

R RS I
FO T

Display of three chest stars: The uppermost star is positioned approximately 1 inch down from the bottom
of, and centered on, the ribbon rack. The second ranking star is positioned towards the inside of the
chest, and the third ranking star is positioned towards the outside of the chest. The second and third
stars should be aligned with each other and positioned approximately 1 inch below, and centered on, the
uppermost star.

A R KI NGD
E ST O
TH M
ND

OF
HONOR A

MANTICORE
FOR

KING
OF R
R
FOR
OG
E HONO

ER THE F

K RW
TH

RS
I

R T
FO

M ER IT

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Display (continued)
Display of four chest stars: The uppermost star is positioned approximately 1 inch down from the bottom
of, and centered on, the ribbon rack. The second ranking star is positioned towards the inside of the
chest, and the third ranking star is positioned towards the outside of the chest. The second and third
stars should be aligned with each other and positioned approximately 1 inch below, and centered on,
the uppermost star. The fourth ranking star is positioned in-line with the uppermost star and positioned
approximately 1 inch below, and centered on, the second and third stars.

A R KI NGD
E ST O
TH M

ND

OF
HONOR A

MANTICORE
FOR

KING
OF R
R
FOR
OG
E HONO

ER THE F

K RW
TH

RS
I

R T
FO

M ER IT

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Sashes
Awards:
Knight Commander through Knight Grand Cross: Most Honorable Order of King Roger I
Knight Commander through Knight Grand Cross: Most Eminent Order of the Golden Lion
Knight Commander through Knight Grand Cross: Most Regal Order of Queen Elizabeth I

Knight: Most Noble Order of the Star Kingdom

Sash - KSK Sash - OoKR Sash - OotGL Sash - OoQE

AR KI NGD KING
E ST O OF R
TH M R
OG
E HONO
ND

E R T HE FI
OF
H ONOR A

MAN TIC ORE

K RW
TH

R RS
FO T
FOR

Sash Device - KSK Sash Device Sash Device Sash Device

Knight Grand Cross Knight Grand Cross Knight Grand Cross
OoKR OotGL OoQE

The sash devices for the Knight Commander level of the Order of King Roger I, the the Order of the Golden
Lion, and the Order of Queen Elizabeth I utilize the same bow and the same sash hanger, albeit in a slightly
smaller size. Due to their similarity, and in the interest of space, the devices are not pictured here.

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Authorized Uniforms
RMN:
Optional with dress
Mandatory with enlisted dress (E-7 through E-10)
Mandatory with mess dress

RMMC:
Optional with dress
Mandatory with enlisted dress (E-7 through E-10)
Mandatory with mess dress

RMA:
Optional with dress
Mandatory with enlisted dress (E-7 through E-10)
Mandatory with mess dress

GSN:
Optional with enlisted dress uniform (E-7 through E-10)
Optional with mess dress

Civilians:
Mandatory with court dress

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Display
The sash is the most formal and unique award device that a member may display. It is authorized for the
chivalrous order ranks of Knight Commander and Knight Grand Cross exclusively as well as for the two
meritorious awards of Knight, Most Noble Order of the Star Kingdom, and Knight, Most Distinguished
Order of Merit. The color and design varies with the rank of the award, but the method of display remains
the same throughout.

The sash has a total width of 4 inches, to include two 1/2 inch border stripes running down the length. It is
constructed from Japanese bridal satin, worn on the right shoulder, under any shoulder boards or epaulets,
runs across the body and fastens at the left hip. When worn properly the sash will cover the wearers name
badge. Those officers and warrant officers in the Grayson Space Navy will wear any authorized sashes
under their mess dress jacket, over their shirt, in the same manner as detailed above.

When worn with multiple chest stars there is the possibility of the sash overlapping the stars. If this is the
case, the stars should be attached to the uniform through the material of the sash. There is the potential
for damage to the sash material, so caution is advised.

A permanently attached bow is to be displayed on the forward-facing drape of the sash. The bow shall
match the color and material of the sash to which it is attached and is from which a small waist medal will
be displayed. Detailed instructions on how to mount the waist medal will be included with the purchase
of each waist medal from the Bureau of Supply contractor. As the waist medals will not be immediately
available, members are authorized to wear the sash without them. Please be advised that the bow is
a custom item and will have to be added. Please see the entry under “Where to Purchase” for more
information.
The bow will have the same main and border color as the sash, span the width of the sash and be 2 inches
high. It should be placed on the front drape of the sash, centered above the Velcro closure and placed in
such a way so that the bow is parallel to the ground when the sash is worn. The bow should be tied in a
traditional bow-tie fashion with a squared center knot. The bow should be permanently attached.

Sash bow example - OoKR shown

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Sash Embroidery
The sashes representing the ranks of Knight Grand Cross in the chivalrous orders are authorized unique
embroidery to signify their owners’ rank. All embroidery issewn with gold thread to match the border of the
sash. The sash must be sent out to a Bureau of Supply contractor for embroidery as the factory is unable to
accommodate our custom embroidery at this time. Instructions will be provided to members who qualify
and wish to add the unique embroidery to their sash. The approved Bureau of Supply contractor will have
sole access to the embroidery specifications in order to maintain quality control.

The sash for Knight Grand Cross, Most Honorable Order of King Roger I features a golden crown with the
letters KRW in golden script.

The sash for Knight Grand Cross, Most Eminent Order of the Golden Lion features a golden, crowned,
rampant lion.

The sash for Knight Grand Cross, Most Regal Order of Queen Elizabeth I features the Royal Cypher (EW)
in golden script.

The sash for Knight, Most Noble Order of the Star Kingdom does not feature any unique embroidery.

KRW

EW

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Order of Precedence

The order of precedence is the order in which awards are displayed. As with the various ribbons available
to personnel, there is an order to the chivalrous and meritorious awards as well. While this section does
not mention a specific uniform, please refer back to the previous sections of this manual, as well as
the service specific uniform manuals, to ascertain which devices may be worn with the various uniforms
specific to each service.

1a. Parliamentary Medal of Valor 6. Knight Companion

1b. Star of Grayson a. Most Honorable Order of King Roger I
b. Most Eminent Order of the Golden Lion
2. Most Noble Order of the Star Kingdom c. Most Regal Order of Queen Elizabeth I

3. Knight Grand Cross, 7. Knight

a. Most Honorable Order of King Roger I a. Most Honorable Order of King Roger I
b. Most Eminent Order of the Golden Lion b. Most Eminent Order of the Golden Lion
c. Most Regal Order of Queen Elizabeth I c. Most Regal Order of Queen Elizabeth I

4. Most Distinguished Order of Merit 8. Companion

a. Most Honorable Order of King Roger I
5. Knight Commander b. Most Eminent Order of the Golden Lion
a. Most Honorable Order of King Roger I c. Most Regal Order of Queen Elizabeth I
b. Most Eminent Order of the Golden Lion
c. Most Regal Order of Queen Elizabeth I

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How to Display Your Awards

Sash:
In most cases, the sash must represent the highest award earned. There are some situations where a
member, should they choose, may wear a lower ranking sash, however those cases and opportunities will
be rare. Only one sash may be worn at a time.

Example: Commodore Smith is a Knight Grand Cross in the Most Regal Order of Queen Elizabeth and a
Knight of the Star Kingdom. Both of those honors allow Commodore Smith to wear a sash, however, since
the Most Noble Order of the Star Kingdom is above the Knight Grand Cross on the order of precedence,
Commodore Smith will always wear the sash for the Most Noble Order of the Star Kingdom.

Special Situations for Sashes:

There may be some situations that will call for a lower ranking sash to be worn in lieu of a higher ranking
one. Social situations that may be held to honor members of certain chivalrous orders, for example, would
dictate that members invited wear the sash that represents the highest rank attained in that particular
order, regardless of possible higher awards. While adherence to this guideline is suggested, it is by no
means mandatory.

Example: Commodore Smith is a Knight Commander in the Most Honorable Order of King Roger I, and
a Knight of the Star Kingdom. He is invited to a social engagement to honor those members of the Most
Honorable Order of King Roger I. While he is a Knight of the Star Kingdom and normally that sash would
take precedence, he will wear the sash for Knight Commander in the Most Honorable Order of King Roger
I to this event.

Neck Medals:
In most cases the neck medal will represent the second highest award. If a member does not qualify for a
sash, the neck medal will then represent the highest award. If a member qualifies for multiple chivalrous
neck medals, only the highest ranking medal may be displayed. Only one neck medal may be worn at a
time, however there is a single exception to this rule.

Example: Captain Anderson is a Knight Companion in the Most Honorable Order of King Roger I, as well as
a Companion in the Most Regal Order of Queen Elizabeth I. Both of those honors allow Captain Anderson
to wear a neck medal, however, since the Knight Companion, Most Honorable Order of King Roger I is
higher ranked than her Companion, Most Regal Order of Queen Elizabeth I, Captain Anderson will always
wear the neck medal for Knight Companion in the Most Honorable Order of King Roger I.

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How to Display Your Awards (continued)

Special Situations for Neck Medals:
Those members who have attained the highest honor in The Royal Manticoran Navy, The Official Honor
Harrington Fan Association, and been awarded the Parliamentary Medal of Valor or the Star of Grayson
may always display those awards on the appropriate uniform, and are authorized, if earned, to wear two
neck medals, one of which must be the PMV, or SoG. These awards are worn and displayed in the same
manner as the chivalrous neck medals and arranged so that the PMV, or SoG, is above, and the chivalrous
award is underneath and slightly protruding below.

Chest Stars:
All chest stars earned may be displayed, up to a maximum of four; however, a member may not display
multiple ranked chest stars from the same chivalrous order. The star representative of the highest award
should be placed at the top, the second ranking star will be placed inboard, the third ranking star placed
outboard, and the fourth ranking star placed on the bottom. Please reference the earlier section for a
visual reference of the arrangement, as well as appropriate separation measurements.

Wear of Multiple Items for the Same Award:

With some exceptions, the majority are not members of more than one chivalrous order. The question of
how to display awards for a single chivalrous order then tends to be the most common. Two items may be
displayed at a time, following the rules laid out in this guide.

Example: Chief Jones is a Knight Companion in the Most Regal Order of Queen Elizabeth I. This award
qualifies him for both a chest star and a neck medal. Chief Jones would display both of those devices on
the appropriate uniform.

Example: Lieutenant Menken is a Knight Commander in the Most Honorable Order of King Roger I. This
award qualifies her for both a chest star and a sash. Lieutenant Menken would display both of those
devices on the appropriate uniform.

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Where to Purchase
Neck Medals:
Neck Medals: Commodore Robert Marshall through the Bureau of Supply

Neck Medal Ribbon: Bureau of Supply

Neck Medal hardware: local craft supply store

Chest Stars:
Chest Stars: Bureau of Supply

Replacement attachment devices: Vanguard or local military surplus store.

Sashes:
Sashes: The Sash Company

NOTE: Order the “Pageant Sash” following the on-screen instructions in regards to sizing
recommendations and utilize the prescribed colors that correspond to your highest award. Please
also remember that the bows are a custom alteration and must be ordered in groups of at least five. It
is suggested that a group be organized before ordering in order to have the bows attached to the sash.

Sash Colors:
Most Noble Order of the Star Kingdom - Royal Blue with Honor Gold border
Most Honorable Order of King Roger I - Red with Honor Gold border
Most Eminent Order of the Golden Lion - Hunter (green) with Honor Gold border
Most Regal Order of Queen Elizabeth I - White with Honor Gold border

Sash Badges: Commodore Robert Marshall through the Bureau of Supply

NOTE: Instructions for how to attach the sash badges will be supplied at the time of purchase.

Sash Embroidery: General Sonja Wolfe or Commodore Robert Marshall

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