As I can see what Chas is saying and I agree but with what Tony is first saying makes me ponder also!

Me being in the Army, Marines and the National Guard you are only authorized to wear the medals that are assinged to you. I was never one to be a PX Private and just wear a ribbon because I liked the colors?

So in my case is it better to wear and not to offend your true heritage from your fathers name or can it be handed down from your mothers side as well?