The Bronze Order of Mercury (BOM) Award recognizes those SCRA members who have demonstrated the highest standards of integrity, moral character, professional competence and selflessness, and who have contributed significantly to the promotion of the Signal Corps AND the Signal Corps Regimental Association.

Medal:

This award is a Bronze medallion, suspended from a ribbon to be worn around the neck.  Bronze, a durable metal, represents the third highest award for service in the Signal Corps Regimental Association.

Front of Medal:  The figure in the center is the Greek mythological figure of Hermes, also known as “Mercury” distinguished by his winged sandals, a winged hat, and the caduceus, as staff entwined with serpents, shown in motion embodying his role as the “Messenger of the Gods.  The figure is standing on a globe representing the global nature of communications and a banner inscribed with “certa” and “ceto” meaning “Swift and Sure”. Inscribed with the words US Army Signal Corps Regimental Association across the top and “ORDER OF MERCURY” along the bottom. 

Back of Medal: Imprinted with the awardee name and serial number of the award, surrounded in the laurel wreath of victory. 

Ribbon: The award is suspended from an orange ribbon with a white stripe in the center, representing the regimental colors of the US Army Signal Regiment.

Purpose: 

The Bronze Order of Mercury (BOM) Award recognizes those SCRA members who have demonstrated the highest standards of integrity, moral character, professional competence, and selflessness. It is awarded to those members who have made long-term, significant contributions to BOTH the Signal Regiment and the Signal Corps Regimental Association (SCRA). As a service award, length and level of service is a significant factor when considering candidates for this award.

Criteria:

• Demonstrate numerous recognizable acts of service which promote the SCRA and by extension, the Signal Regiment.
• Be a current active SCRA member and affiliated with a local chapter or the SCRA Online Chapter
• Be of outstanding moral character and demonstrate the qualities of a professional Signal Corps Professional. 
• Maintain an active SCRA membership for a minimum of six (6) months prior to the submission of the recommendation
• Nomination must be submitted by a separate member, who is an active member of the SCRA

– Examples of activities which may be considered:

• • Serve as Chapter President or a Chapter Officer in a Local Chapter(s)
  • Stand up a New SCRA Chapter as a Charter Officer
  • Reinitiate a SCRA Chapter and serve as a Key Leader during the process for a chapter(s)
  • Organize and host a Signal Ball
  • Serve as a guest speaker representing SCRA at numerous events in the local area
  • Hosting Events including social events, membership drives, Signal Balls, Orange Calls, Christmas events, Hail and Fairwells, etc, fundraising events promoting SCRA and representing the Signal Regiment
  • Volunteer as a board member of SCRA Chapter boards at several chapters
  • Hosting significant or routine learning events, LPDs, Brown Bag lunches, Certification training, panels, or any additional informational events that benefits members of SCRA
  • Serve as a Panel Member at conferences or events representing the SCRA and the Signal Regiment
  • Volunteering for multiple charity programs or events that benefits members of SCRA, the local community, or the Military
  • Publish Papers, Articles, or Products in Reputable publications regarding the Signal Regiment or SCRA

• Two or more of the above examples or other contributions are expected of a BOM awardee.

Approval Process:

• Nominator documents achievements for submission
• Nominator confers with the local chapter and the candidate to confirm if they have previous awards
• Nominator confirms the candidate is an active SCRA member and confirms SCRA member number using the Member Directory
• Nominator submits award recommendation through the local chapter process or coordinates with the National Awards Coordinator for direct submission to National Awards Committee
  • EXAMPLE NOMINATION MEMO: BOM Nomination
• Chapter Leaders processes the award nomination with a COL of the Regiment or through the National Awards Coordinator
  • EXAMPLE APPROVAL MEMO: BOM Approval (COL of the Regiment)
• If previously approved by a COL of the Regiment, Awards Coordinator processes the award.
• If not previously approved, Awards Coordinator sends packet to the National Awards Committee
• Once approved by National Headquarters, select the medal options and purchase through the awards store links provided by the National Awards Coordinator

• • Awards approved by a COL of the Regiment are subject to screening by the National Awards Committee and may be denied if determined the level of Service is not consistent with the approved criteria. The National Awards Committee reserves the right to revoke the approval authority of a COL of the Regiment who does not adhere to the Awards Criteria and spirit of the award.

Presentation of the Award:

• Awards should be presented at the earliest opportunity in an appropriate setting. 

• SCRA leadership should present the award when possible 

• Presenters should make every effort to make the presentation professional and memorable (read a citation, take photos, etc.) 

• Appropriate Settings include Signal Balls, Award Ceremonies, Retirement Ceremonies, Change of Command/Responsibility, Chapter Awards Banquets, or Orange Calls. 

We cannot accept award submissions via email. The application below is the ONLY method to nominate someone for this award. 
If you have any questions or comments, please contact:

Mrs. Morgan Wieckowski
awards@signalcorps.org