Prisoner of War Medallion

The Prisoner of War Medallion is a medal awarded to UNSC soldiers who have been captured in combat by enemies of the UNSC. It is an honorable decoration, though few humans have it. The Covenant do not take prisoners, except the occasional straggler to execute for sport. There are few other enemies of the UNSC that the military contends with, so the medallion is a rare sight.

As of 2552, the Prisoner of War Medallion is the only service medal that has not been awarded to a Spartan.

Technically John should have gotten it, because in Halo: Ghosts Of Onyx he is captured by rebels at Camp New Hope,even if for a short while, but then rescued by Kurt. Therefore he should get it, since rebels were holding him prisoner.