Although some twenty-five orders and medals were authorized, generally only senior officers and warrant officers wear medal ribbons.

Although Bligh won the Royal Society medal for his efforts, the introduction was not entirely successful, as the slaves refused to eat breadfruit.

" Although the trade was finalized on August 10 ( two days before the gold medal match at the 2012 Olympics ), the trade was pending physicals that would be completed on August 17, meaning that Iguodala was still a member of the Sixers when he won his gold medal in London.

Although Public Law 86-209 provides for 20 recipients of the medal per year, it is typical for approximately 12 – 15 accomplished scientists and engineers to receive this distinction each year.

Although the Croonian Lecture was created in 1701 it was first awarded in 1738, seven years after the Copley Medal which is the oldest Royal Society medal still in use and is awarded for " outstanding achievements in research in any branch of science ".

Although his victory was due in part to some very lucky breaks, Michelangelo later won a rematch against the last finalist and earned a medal of honor for his behavior during the battle.

Although Rangers won the title, Beasley was not entitled to a championship medal, having played in only 8 games, less than the 25 % required.

Although he defeated Le Quang Liem and drew Kramnik with the black pieces during the tournament, the U. S. team failed to medal.

Although they have not qualified for a major tournament's finals since 1986, they came semi-finalists at the 2008 European Under-19 Championship and qualified for the 2009 FIFA U-20 World Cup which saw their U-20 national team gaining third place to bring home Hungary's first major tournament medal in nearly half a century, feeding their hopes of a future revival.

Although the Clark medal is billed as a prize for " American " economists, it is sufficient that the candidates work in the US at the time of the award ; US nationality is not necessary to be considered.

Although some recipients may have worn some form of the ribbon, the monies necessary to mint and issue the medal were not appropriated by Congress until 1956 – 91 years after the war ended.

Although Baumann came second in the 3000 m at the European Indoor Championships in 1987, few considered him a medal chance at the 1988 Summer Olympics.

Although they marched together, the teams competed separately and had separate medal tallies.

Although Brazil's final medal count was inferior to its Atlanta ( 15 medals ) and Sydney ( 12 medals ) tallies, it won 5 gold medals, the best ever at the Olympic Games.

Although only winning a bronze medal, Brendan Foster had the distinction of setting the Olympic record in the heats of the event, a record which lasted until 1984.

Although most of the athletes had uneventful participations, weightlifter Mabel Mosquera won the bronze medal for Colombia, while cyclist María Luisa Calle originally finished in the bronze medal position, but was later disqualified under the strict liability rule after she tested positive for Heptaminol, a prohibited stimulant.

Although Cian was cleared of any wrongdoing, he was ordered to hand the medal back.

Although they marched together, the teams competed separately and had separate medal tallies.

Although Arsenal went on to win the league unbeaten in the 2003 – 04 season, Fàbregas was not awarded a winner's medal because he did not play a single league game.

Although the first recipients were military figures who participated in the American Revolution, the War of 1812 and the Mexican-American War, Congress broadened the scope of the medal to include actors, authors, entertainers, musicians, pioneers in aeronautics and space, explorers, lifesavers, notables in science and medicine, athletes, humanitarians, public servants, and foreign recipients.

Although he was considered as a main favourite to gold medal in 100 m before the 1928 Summer Olympics, Hussey was eliminated in the heats of US Olympic Trials.

Although it has been reported that Carlos and Smith were stripped of their medals, Carlos has indicated this is not true and his medal is with his mother.

Although the original had been one of Marc Almond's all-time favourite songs, he had never read the lyrics and thus incorrectly sang " What'll it be, what'll it be, you and me " instead of " Falling free, falling free, falling free ".

Although the change from rolls to codices roughly coincides with the transition from papyrus to parchment as favourite writing material, the two developments are quite unconnected.

Although a tomboy in her childhood, by the age of 17 she is " in training for a heroine ," and is excessively fond of reading Gothic novels of which Ann Radcliffe's Mysteries of Udolpho is a favourite.

Although 17 jockeys remounted and some made up considerable ground, particularly Josh Gifford on 15 / 2 favourite Honey End, none had time to catch Foinavon before he crossed the finishing line.

Although only a small town, Wallingford has three ancient churches within the Parish of St Mary-le-More and St Leonard, the home of Wallingford Parish Church Choir, named in 2011 as Britain's favourite church choir, and a modern Roman Catholic church as well as a Quaker Meeting House dating from 1724, Baptist, Methodist and Community churches.

Although the castle remained in the hands of the Howard family over the succeeding centuries, it was not their favourite residence, and the various Dukes of Norfolk invested their time and energy into improving other ducal estates, including Norfolk House in London and Worksop.

Although Band of Brothers was met with largely positive reception, Schwimmer's performance was criticized and the BBC News concluded, " Part of the problem ... may have been the ridiculous fact that Friends favourite David Schwimmer plays the hard and cruel Captain Herbert Sobel.

Although most famous for providing the voice of Margaret Thatcher on the show, he also voiced other characters, including Roy Hattersley and The Queen Mother who was Nallon's personal favourite character.

Although he went on to design the curtain wall in front of King's College, Cambridge and the National Gallery in London, he considered Corpus to be his favourite work and requested to be buried in the Chapel.

Although a Protestant convert, Lennox was distrusted by Scottish Calvinists, who noticed the physical displays of affection between favourite and king and alleged that Lennox " went about to draw the King to carnal lust ".

According to Neath MP Peter Hain “ Rhodri was the party ’ s favourite and feelings ran very high " but nevertheless, in a volte-face, Hain agreed to run the campaign for Michael who he described as " the establishment candidate .” Although Morgan had the overwhelming support of Labour Party members, Alun Michael, backed by Blair and by the trade unions, duly won.

Although Davis had initially been the favourite, it was widely acknowledged that Davis's candidacy was marred by a disappointing conference speech.

Although Hodge was not Johnson's only cat, it was Hodge whom he considered his favourite.

Although this was necessary in order to allow them to compete in the division, it led to the departure of several key players, including fans ' favourite Charlie MacDonald and goalkeeper Andy Little, who were unable to give up their day jobs to play full-time.

Although Collina is closely identified with football, his favourite sports club plays basketball.

Although he was the favourite to win he narrowly lost to Roy Beggs by 367 votes.

Although somewhat rash in execution, which led to his downfall at times, his swashbuckling style and free scoring like were a favourite with Indian crowds, making him a popular player.

Although the band still views " Restless Kind " as a favourite, it also failed to chart.

Although Nardwuar's favourite targets are music artists, he has stated that he will interview any celebrity.

Although Frank Loomis was an AAU champion in hurdles in 1917 and 1918 and in hurdles in 1920, the main favourite in Antwerpen was John Norton, who had run a new world record of 54. 2 just two months before the Olympics.

Although he has gone through a lot of sad things, his favourite song is ' Ik ben vandaag zo vrolijk ' ( I'm so happy today ).

Although this novel appeared to have undersold ( possibly because the shilling part was being overshadowed by magazines, such as The Cornhill, that offered a variety of stories and poems in each issue ), Orley Farm became Trollope's personal favourite.

Although there is little research on the issue, it may be supposed that this family of Peverels represented that of William Peverel the favourite illegitimate son of William the Conqueror.