What Is A Challenge Coin? - Challenge Coining

The video discusses challenge coins, their purpose, and significance in the military. It covers how they are awarded, the tradition of coin checks, and personal experiences with these coins. Challenge coins are given to service members to instill pride, reward excellence, and commemorate achievements. They are often presented subtly and collected over a military career. The video also touches on the fun tradition of coin checks, where the person with the lowest-ranking coin buys drinks.

What is the primary purpose of a challenge coin in the military?

• To be used as a weapon

• To serve as a currency

• To act as a form of identification

• To instill pride and reward excellence

How are challenge coins typically presented to service members?

• Through a public ceremony

• Via mail

• In a subtle handshake

• By placing it on their desk

Who can present a challenge coin to a service member?

• Only a general

• Anyone in the military

• Someone of equal or greater rank

• A civilian

What is a popular activity involving challenge coins in social settings?

• Coin auction

• Coin polishing

• Coin trading

• Coin check game

In the coin check game, who buys the drinks?

• The person who initiates the game

• The person with the highest ranking coin

• The person with the lowest ranking coin

• The person with the most coins