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| − | The '''Bronze Star''' Medal is a military honor bestowed by the [[United States]] Armed Forces for a may be awarded for bravery, acts of merit, or meritorious service in combat. | + | The '''Bronze Star''' Medal is a military honor bestowed by the [[United States]] Armed Forces for a may be awarded for bravery, acts of merit, or meritorious service in combat. It was first authorized, by President [[Franklin D. Roosevelt]], in February 1944. |
The Star (Bronze, Silver or Gold) can be awarded for valor (one time incident) or for long term meritorious service in combat. A "v" on the emblime signifies a Star of Valor. | The Star (Bronze, Silver or Gold) can be awarded for valor (one time incident) or for long term meritorious service in combat. A "v" on the emblime signifies a Star of Valor. | ||
[[John McCain]], [[Colin Powell]] and General David Howell Petraeus all have Bronze stars. | [[John McCain]], [[Colin Powell]] and General David Howell Petraeus all have Bronze stars. | ||
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| + | *[http://www.tioh.hqda.pentagon.mil/Awards/BRONZE%20STAR1.html Bronze Star Medal] | ||
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[[category:United States Government]] | [[category:United States Government]] | ||
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Template:Stub The Bronze Star Medal is a military honor bestowed by the United States Armed Forces for a may be awarded for bravery, acts of merit, or meritorious service in combat. It was first authorized, by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, in February 1944.
The Star (Bronze, Silver or Gold) can be awarded for valor (one time incident) or for long term meritorious service in combat. A "v" on the emblime signifies a Star of Valor.
John McCain, Colin Powell and General David Howell Petraeus all have Bronze stars.