The National Awards Committee has a fascinating history of more than fifty years as a vital activity of the National Society Daughters of the American Colonists.  Through this committee, the National Society awards presented are as follows:

Academy/Facility:

Award:

U.S. Naval Air Training, Corpus Christi, Texas

For the Outstanding Flight Student

A cash award.

Value:  $300

Academy/Facility:

Award:

U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colorado

For the Oustanding Chemistry Student

The bronze Eagle and Fledglings Air Trophy, presented to a graduating Cadet at the Individual Awards Ceremony.

Value:  $400

Academy/Facility:

Award:

U.S. Coast Guard Academy, New London, Connecticut

For the Outstanding Electrical Engineering Award

An engraved carriage clock presented to a graduating Cadet at the Individual Proficiency Awards Ceremony.

Value:  $250

Academy/Facility:

Award:

U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland

For the Highest Academic Standing

An engraved plaque and a wristwatch are presented      to  a graduating Midshipman at the Prizes and Awards Ceremony.

Value:  $215

Academy/Facility:

Award:

U.S. Military Academy, West Point, New York

For the Outstanding Student in Spanish

An engraved pewter tray, presented to a graduating Cadet at the Annual Awards Convocation.

Value:  $103

Academy/Facility:

Award:

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, New York

For the Outstanding Student In Maritime Operations and Technology

A cash award, presented to a graduating Midshipman at the Convocation of Awards Ceremony.

Value:  $300

Academy/Facility:

Award:

U.S. Marine Corps, Officer Candidates School, Marine Corps Combat Development Command, Quantico, Virginia

For the Oustanding Chief Warrnt OFficer, NSDAC

 Marjorie Merriweather Post Award

An cash award is presented at the Graduation Exercise.

Value:  $300

Academy/Facility:

Award:

U.S. Marine Corps, Officer Candidates School, Marine Corps Combat Development Command, Quantico, Virginia

For the Outstanding Woman Officer Honor Graduate

A cash award.

Value:  $300

Academy/Facility:

Award:

U.S. Marine Corps, Officer Candidates School, Marine Corps Combat Development Command, Quantico, Virginia

For the Outstanding Woman Officer Honor Graduate

A cash award.

Value:  $300

Academy/Facility:

Award:

U.S. Marine Corps, Officer Candidates School, Marine Corps Combat Development Command, Quantico, Virginia

For the Outstanding Woman Officer Honor Graduate

A cash award.

Value:  $300

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