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Victoria Cross , Croix de Guerre , Bronze Star , Medal of Honor , Navy Cross , e.t.
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∙ 8y agoIt is a medal, certificate or recognition of great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle.
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When was Secretary of the Army Award for Valor created?
Secretary of the Army Award for Valor was created on 2002-04-15.
What is the difference between the bronze star service medal in World War 2 and a Bronze Star?
The Bronze Star Medal could be awarded for either "meritorious service" or for "valor". If the award was for valor, the Medal was awarded with a bronze "V device" to be worn on the ribbon of the Medal. After the war was over the Army decided that every WWII veteran was entitled to the Bronze Star Medal, but the award was for "meritorious service", not "valor", so no "V device".
Which is the highest gallantry award in India?
Assuming you refer to the United States, the highest gallantry award, is the Medal of Honor, which awarded (often posthumously) to a significant act or acts of bravery that caused a great deal of difference in the outcome of a battle, or directly saved many lives, even at the sacrifice of the person who is honored. The next highest is the Distinguished Service Cross, followed by the Silver Star, and then the Bronze Star with "V" for Valor, and finally the Commendation Medal with "V" device for valor.
How do you apply for the military volunteer service medal?
The medal is properly called: "Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal", and one does not personally apply for the award. One must be recommended for the award by a higher authority, such as a commanding officer.
What is the naval achievement medal with v?
The v stand for combat valor. the medal itself is just a way to recognize a achievement the military member did well.
When was Secretary of the Army Award for Valor created?
Secretary of the Army Award for Valor was created on 2002-04-15.
When was Gold Medal of Military Valor created?
Gold Medal of Military Valor was created on 1793-05-21.
Which famous award do the two words for valor appear?
The Victoria Cross.
What is the highest award for valor the president can give to a civilian?
The highest award for valor that the president can give to a civilian is the Presidential Medal of Freedom. It is awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors.
What does the military word Valor mean?
Valor- the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
What is a bronz star in the military?
a bronz star is a United States Armed Forces individual military decoration that may be awarded for bravery, acts of merit, or meritorious service. As a medal it is awarded for merit, and with the "V" for valor device it is awarded for heroism. It is the fourth-highest combat award of the U.S. Armed Forces and the ninth highest military award (including both combat and non-combat awards) in the order of precedence of U.S. military decorations. Officers from the other federal uniformed services are also eligible to receive the award if they are militarized or detailed to serve with a service branch of the armed forces.[1]
When was Pritzker Military Library Literature Award created?
Pritzker Military Library Literature Award was created in 2007.
What is the iron cross medal?
The Iron Cross is a military decoration that originated in Prussia in 1813. It was reintroduced by the Nazis during World War II as a symbol of bravery and military prowess. The Iron Cross has a distinctive design featuring a black cross with silver edges on a white background, and it was awarded to soldiers for exceptional valor and military achievements.
Which milatary Medal is for valor?
There are multiple decorations for valor in the military, and each branch also has its own set as well as the all-encompassing ones. The highest award for valor is the Medal of Honor, and there are also Service crosses, Distinguished Service medals, Silver Stars, and many others.Answer.Only in the USA. The Victoria Cross is the highest award for valour in the Uk. There are also many other medals awarded worldwide. We should be careful with our questions to be specific.
Is the expert infantryman's badge the highest award you can receive in the military?
No, the highest award a military member can receive is the Congressional Medal of Honor.
What award did Robert Blake get for the first black man in history to get the military highest award?
he won the Emmy award
What is one military award colin Powell received?
the purple heart is one award.
