[MeanWestTexan]

For some reason, I think wearing ribbons that have not been earned is a crime. It may be UCMJ though, and not applicable in civilian life.

I just don't know, nor is it a huge issue to me, although I understand why people get mad.

(My paltry few medals were, with much pomp and ceremony, long ago pinned to various beloved stuffed animals, when said stuffed animals were injured by hostile fire from the dog. Probably disrespectful, but they are/were my medals, and my daughters stopped crying.)

[Ronin]

Pinning a Good Conduct, or even a Navy Achievement Medal on a stuffed animal is probably not going to get anyone upset.

I, personally, would be upset if it was an actual medal for valor. I have never earned such a medal and never will, but I have nothing but the highest respect for those who have.