Silver Star - Wikipedia
The Silver Star Medal (SSM) is the United States Armed Forces' third-highest military decoration for valor in combat. The Silver Star Medal is awarded primarily to members of the United …
Description of Awards - U.S. Military Awards for Valor - Top 3
SILVER STAR. The Silver Star is the third-highest military combat decoration that can be awarded to a member of the United States Armed Forces. It is awarded for gallantry in action: While...
Silver Star - Home of Heroes
The Silver Star Medal was established by President Woodrow Wilson as the "Citation Star" during World War I, and was awarded solely by the U.S. Army, though it was presented by the War …
What Is a Silver Star Medal? - Medals of America
Feb 1, 2019 · The Silver Star Medal is the third highest military award for acts of gallantry in combat against an enemy of the United States of America. American military service members …
United States Silver Star Military Decoration Information
The Silver Star, officially known as the Silver Star Medal, is the United States military's third-highest decoration for valor in combat. It is awarded primarily to members of the United States …
Silver Star - NHHC
Aug 12, 2019 · The Silver Star Medal (SSM) is the successor to the U.S. Army's "Citation Star" and the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps' "Navy Commendation Star," a 3/16-inch diameter silver …
Silver Star - Military Medals
Established on July 19, 1932, the Silver Star Medal honors United States military members who demonstrate gallantry or heroism in combat; it may also be awarded for service with friendly …
Silver Star Medal > Air Force's Personnel Center > Display
This medal, designed by the firm of Bailey, Banks and Biddle, is a gilt-toned star of five points. On the obverse side in the center, is a small silver star, (the same size as the original citation star) …
Silver Star Medal (SSM) - TracesOfWar.com
Silver Star Medal (SSM) By act of the US Congress on July 9th 1918, the Silver Star Medal was instituted as "Citation Star". The decoration then was not more than a small silver star that …
Silver Star Medal - Roll of Honor
The Silver Star Medal, which was authorized in 1932, was designed by Rudolf Freund of Bailey, Banks and Biddle. First Recipient Silver Star Medal number #1 (with six oak leaf clusters) was …