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Silver Star

American

noun

U.S. Army.

a bronze star with a small silver star at the center, awarded to a soldier who has been cited in orders for gallantry in action, when the citation does not warrant the award of a Medal of Honor or the Distinguished Service Cross.

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The pilots got the Silver Star, while the tanker crew will be presented with the Distinguished Flying Cross next month.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

Roland L. Bragg, a World War II hero who earned the Silver Star and Purple Heart for his exceptional courage during the Battle of the Bulge in 1944.

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2025

He has received other military decorations over the years, including: the Distinguished Military Service Award, the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross, the Bronze Star Medal and the Silver Star Award.

From Washington Times • Sep. 5, 2023

Taylor had been awarded a Silver Star, one of the military’s top honors for valor in combat.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 1, 2023

August stares at Silver Star and exhales through puffed cheeks.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen

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