Is there a list of Bronze Star recipients?

Unfortunately, there is no name index for Bronze Star awards. The citations are issued at various levels of the military hierarchy. The Official Military Personnel File of a U.S. soldier will list the general order citation that includes the unit or command that issued the award.

How many Bronze Stars have been awarded?

The latest official figures show that 3,463 Bronze Stars with V have been awarded since September 11, 2001. That’s about the same figure as the total number of U.S. troops killed since then in the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. Every dead warrior leaves behind a story of tragedy and loss.

How many Bronze Stars were awarded in Vietnam?

Vietnam War campaigns The U.S. Army, and U.S. Coast Guard recognize seventeen 3⁄16″ bronze service stars (also known as campaign stars; 3 silver stars and 2 bronze stars) on the Vietnam Service campaign streamer. Additionally, the Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force recognize Operation Frequent Wind (29–30 April 1975).

Who was awarded the Bronze Star in Vietnam?

Specialist Ronald Mallory
— It was an honor 50 years in the making. Retired Army Specialist Ronald Mallory received the nation’s fourth-highest honor for military personnel: the Bronze Star. This award was given for his brave actions on February 23, 1971, during the Vietnam War.

Who is the most decorated soldier in history?

Audie Murphy
Audie Murphy (1924–1971) was the most decorated soldier in US history, winning 24 medals from the Congressional Medal of Honor down. His exploits were the subject of To Hell and Back (USA, 1956), in which he starred as himself.

What is the most Bronze Stars awarded to one person?

No more than one Bronze Star Medal shall be awarded to any one person, but for each succeeding heroic or meritorious achievement or service justifying such an award a suitable device may be awarded to be worn with the medal as prescribed by appropriate regulations.

Is the Bronze Star hard to get?

While Bronze Stars are fairly common, those with V devices – for combat gallantry – are much more rare. Only one in 40 Bronze Stars are awarded with a V-device, for those who performed well under fire at great personal risk.

Is the Bronze Star a high honor?

The Bronze Star Medal, or BSM, dates back to World War II. Today, it is the fourth-highest ranking award a service member can receive for a heroic and meritorious deed performed in an armed conflict. For those who receive the BSM, it is a signal of their sacrifice, bravery and honor while serving their country.

Who was the first black Medal of Honor recipient?

Sergeant William F. Carney
Sergeant William F. Carney, the first Black Medal of Honor recipient, kept the American flag held high – The Boston Globe.

Who are the Stars of the Bronze Star Awards?

BRONZE STAR RECIPIENTS. RICHARD CROWE. JAMES NUGENT. MICHAEL DUNPHY. FRANK WILLIAMS. CHARLES STACKHOUSE.

Which military branches give the Bronze Star?

The American War Library’s list is constantly being updated with information on confirmed recipients of the Bronze Star from all five armed forces: Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard. The Bronze Star has been awarded since 1944 and can be given for acts of merit, heroism or meritorious service in combat that doesn’t involve flight.

When did the Bronze Star start being awarded retroactively?

In 1947, the Bronze Star was again retroactively awarded to anyone who had been previously been given the Combat Infantryman Badge of Combat Medical Badge of WWII. The Bronze Star is supported by red ribbon that is accented with blue and white stripes.

How many Bronze Wolf Awards are awarded each year?

Under present guidelines, approximately one award for each 2,000,000 members worldwide can be awarded each year. The Bronze Wolf Awards numbered 22, 50, and 84 were withheld, and number 342 was not awarded since the recipient declined the award. The reasons for why the awards were withheld or declined have never been made public.