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| − | The '''Bronze Star''' Medal is a military honor bestowed by the [[United States]] Armed Forces for a | + | 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 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. | ||
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| + | [[John McCain]], [[Colin Powell]] and General David Howell Petraeus all have Bronze stars. | ||
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Revision as of 20:38, October 23, 2008
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 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.