The Bronze Star was authorized on February 4, 1944 and retroactive to December 7, 1941. This medal is awarded to individuals of the armed forces for heroism in combat not involving aerial flight or for meritorious service.
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
United States of America
AWARDS-Medals & Ribbons
Ribbon medal for the Bronze star; red silk ribbon with blue center stripe surrounded by two thin white stripes
3-D: 3.5 × 0.8 × 1cm (1 3/8 × 5/16 × 3/8 in.)
Silk
Copper Alloy
Non-Magnetic White Metal Alloy
A19711075001
Transferred from the United States Air Force, Personnel Center
National Air and Space Museum
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