Nobody. The award was not created until long after the war was over.
The total number of Bronze Star Medals awarded during World War 2 is unknown. The 82nd Airborne alone was awarded 2,478 Bronze Stars. The medal was created in 1944.
The total number of Bronze Star Medals awarded during World War 2 is unknown. The 82nd Airborne alone was awarded 2,478 Bronze Stars. The medal was created in 1944.
A medal for bravery
Henry Ford received the Bronze Star Medal posthumously in 1947 for his contributions to the Allied war effort during World War II. The medal recognized his manufacturing expertise and achievements in producing military equipment and vehicles.
The Bronze Star medal has been awarded to several thousand US service members during the Gulf War. Not possible to list them all.
There is no such comprehensive listing.
No such list exists.
Regulations change. During the Vietnam War, the US Army Bronze Star could be awarded for MERITORIUS Achievement or Heroism. If for heroism, the Bronze Star ribbon portion had a letter "V" attached, denoting "Valor."
Yes, Colin Powell earned a Bronze Star for his service during the Vietnam War. He was awarded this honor for his actions as an advisor to a South Vietnamese infantry regiment, where he demonstrated bravery and leadership under fire. The Bronze Star recognizes his meritorious service and contributions during a challenging period in U.S. military history.
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".
No comprehensive list exists.
John Ira Whitehead was a U.S. Army soldier during World War II who demonstrated exceptional bravery in combat. He received the Silver Star for gallantry in action, the Bronze Star for meritorious service, and the Purple Heart for wounds sustained in battle. His actions exemplified heroism during intense fighting, contributing to his recognition with these commendations. These awards reflect both his valor and the sacrifices he made while serving his country.