Bronze Star
noun
: a U.S. military decoration awarded for valor or for meritorious service not involving aerial flights
called also Bronze Star Medal
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City officials said his military service was recognized with numerous honors, including the Legion of Merit Award, the Bronze Star and the Meritorious Service Medal.
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Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2026
The Army later awarded Casillas a Bronze Star for his bravery, his family said.
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Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
3 June 2026
Hegseth's military awards include two Bronze Star Medals for meritorious service, according to the Pentagon.
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June 1,
NPR,
1 June 2026
He was awarded the Bronze Star.
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David Frum,
The Atlantic,
27 May 2026
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Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2026
The Army later awarded Casillas a Bronze Star for his bravery, his family said.
—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
3 June 2026
Hegseth's military awards include two Bronze Star Medals for meritorious service, according to the Pentagon.
—
June 1,
NPR,
1 June 2026
He was awarded the Bronze Star.
—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
27 May 2026
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“Bronze Star.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Bronze%20Star. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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