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Silver Star

American  

noun

U.S. Army.
  1. 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

He received scores of combat decorations, including the Silver Star, a Bronze Star and two Distinguished Flying Crosses.

From Seattle Times Sep. 1, 2023

One had been awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, and one the Silver Star, both high honors.

From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge

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