Defense officials authorize medal for Chile relief efforts Published July 1, 2010 RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas (AFNS) -- Airmen who participated in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations in Chile following a magnitude 8.8 earthquake Feb. 27, 2010, are eligible for the Humanitarian Service Medal. U.S. military members must have provided humanitarian assistance for at least one day between March 6 through 29 in the immediate area of operation within the Chilean cities of Angol, Santiago and Talcahuano. Aircrews landing in the areas of operation, during this period, are eligible as well. Individuals who believe they are eligible for the medal must provide source documents confirming their entitlement to the award to their unit commander or designated representative. Source documents include temporary duty orders, travel voucher, decoration citation, performance report, etc. Documents must show the operation being supported, location and duration of service in the qualifying area. For more information on this and other Air Force recognition programs, visit the Air Force Personnel Center personnel services website at https://gum.afpc.randolph.af.mil or call the Total Force Service Center toll-free at 800-525-0102.