Use caution on those medals. The Bronze Star could also be awarded for Meritorious Achievement. If the Bronze Star has a "V" device attached to the ribbon portion, then the award is for VALOR (Bravery). See website: Statistics About the Vietnam War
About 386 Silver Stars have been awarded to our men and women in uniform since the attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001 (9/11).
There is only one star on the Vietnam flag.
The Silver Star Medal was awarded only for heroism in combat. In the medal hierarchy it ranks after the Medal of Honor and the Distinguished Service Cross (or Navy Cross) which are also only given for heroism in combat and before the Bronze Star Medal (either a heroism or meritorius service medal). This is a high honor for any serviceman. Occasionally people will ask this question because they have a campaign ribbon or other decoration with small 1/4 inch stars attached that are either bronze or silver in color. These stars indicate the number of times the decoration was awarded or the number of campaign's the recipient participated in. A bronze star equals 1 and a silver star equals five bronze stars
The first Silver Star for gallantry awarded to a miliary women happened during WWII when four nurses were the recipients; 1st Lt. Mary Roberts, 2d Lt. Elaine Roe, 2d Lt. Virginia Rourke, and 2d Lt. Ellen Ainsworth Sgt. Leigh Ann Hester is the first woman soldier since World War II to receive the Silver Star
During the Vietnam War, approximately 5,000 Combat Medical Badges were awarded to medics who served in combat conditions. This badge recognized their vital role in providing medical care under fire. The award was significant in honoring the bravery and dedication of these soldiers in the challenging environments of Vietnam.
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About 386 Silver Stars have been awarded to our men and women in uniform since the attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001 (9/11).
There is only one star on the Vietnam flag.
A total of 1356 have been awarded. 1353 to individuals
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Total of 304 silver metals were awarded.
During World War II, only a small number of individuals received multiple prestigious military awards, such as the Silver Star, Bronze Star, and Purple Heart. However, specific statistics on the exact number of men who were awarded 2 Silver Stars, 2 Bronze Stars, and 2 Purple Hearts are not widely documented. These honors were typically awarded for acts of valor, meritorious service, and wounds received in combat, making such a combination quite rare. Further research through military records or specialized historical resources may provide more detailed information.
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As far as I can remember, you must have five bronze battle stars to receive one silver battle star.I received four bronze battle stars in Vietnam myself, and read once that this is correct. If I''am wrong,please state other wise. Thank You, Nam Vet ,
Wait till OEF is over then answer it
None. It wasn't until 1980 when the Silver Slugger was first awarded.
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.