Full Size Medal - Bronze Star Size:Full Size Created by Executive Order 13289

Created by Executive Order 13289 of President George W

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Full Size Medal - Bronze Star Size:Full Size Created by Executive Order 13289Medal Bronze Star (M0020) Instituted in 1944 (retroactive to 7 Dec. 1941). Criteria is awarded to individuals who, while serving in the United States Armed Forces in a combat theater, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding achievement or by meritorious service not involving aerial flight. Devices are Bronze Letter V (for Valor) Army Air Force: Bronze, Silver Oak Leaf Cluster; Navy Marine Corps Coast Guard: Gold, Silver Star. Features of the