Medal of Bravery
Britishnoun
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In addition to the Medal of Yavin — a medal of bravery of sorts bestowed by Princess Leia on Skywalker and Han Solo for their roles in helping destroy the Death Star — the auction also featured Chewbacca’s bowcaster.
From Los Angeles Times
According to Gulagu Net, Putin awarded at least one Russian convict who fought in Ukraine with a medal of bravery: Ivan Neparatov, a member of an organized crime group who served 12 years out of his 25-year sentence for murder, robbery and kidnapping.
From Washington Post
In November 2019, Bass was awarded the Medal of Bravery -- an award issued by the non-profit Angels Without Wings, recognizing the work of animals in combat.
From Fox News
A British truck driver has been awarded a medal of bravery for helping to save a woman from a burning car last January.
From Fox News
Bucca’s actions and attention to duty led to his being among the first to receive a new award called the Animals in War & Peace Medal of Bravery.
From Washington Post
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