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(All Services) Awarded by the secretary of defense for superior meritorious service while in a position of significant responsibility while assigned to a joint activity. Established in 1976, the DSSM is awarded by the Secretary of Defense to military officers who perform superior meritorious service while in a position of significant responsibility with the Secretary of Defense, The Joint Chiefs of Staff, special or outstanding command in a Defense Agency, or while assigned to a joint activity. The services rendered will be similar to those required for the award of the Legion of Merit.
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A Bronze Oak
Leaf Cluster is worn for each subsequent award.
A Gold Star is worn for each subsequent
award to CG members. 
A Silver
Oak Leaf Cluster is worn in lieu of 5 Bronze OLCs. 
A Silver Star is worn in
lieu of 5 Gold.
