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   What is the difference between a Bronze Star and a Vietnam Service Medal?

   • The Vietnam Service Medal is worn after the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal and before the Southwest Asia Service Medal. Bronze stars are authorized for participation in the the 29 campaigns specified for the Vietnam War. A silver star is worn in lieu of five bronze stars.

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   How many campaign stars are there for the Vietnam Service Medal?

   • There are a total of 17 campaign stars authorized for the Vietnam Service Medal. Personnel are authorized one bronze campaign star for each qualifying campaign with a silver star worn in lieu of five bronze stars. The design of the medal's suspension ribbon reflects that of the flag of the former South Vietnam -- yellow with three red stripes.

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   How many Bronze Stars are there in Vietnam?

   • The U.S. Army, and U.S. Coast Guard recognize seventeen " 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).

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   What is a Vietnam Service Medal?

   • Ribbon with silver star, denoting service in 5 campaigns. The Vietnam Service Medal is a rounded bronze shaped medal, 1 inches in diameter with a green, yellow, and red suspension ribbon.

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   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).

   • Vietnam Campaign Medal

     The Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, also known as the...

   • Southwest Asia Service Medal

     The Southwest Asia Service Medal (SASM or SWASM) is a...

   • Service star

     A service star is a miniature bronze or silver five-pointed...

3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Awards_and_decorations_ofAwards and decorations of the Vietnam War - Wikipedia

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   Several decorations (Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star Medal, Air Medal, Commendation Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal) may be awarded for valor, or for merit. Awards for valor recognize bravery in action against an enemy and have an attached "V" device valor device .

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   There are a total of 17 campaign stars authorized for the Vietnam Service Medal. Personnel are authorized one bronze campaign star for each qualifying campaign with a silver star worn in lieu...

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   The Vietnam Service Medal is worn after the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal and before the Southwest Asia Service Medal. Devices. Bronze stars are authorized for participation in the the 29 campaigns specified for the Vietnam War. A silver star is worn in lieu of five bronze stars.

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   Campaign stars were worn on the ribbon to indicate the number of campaigns the recipients served in during their service in Vietnam. AUTHORIZED DEVICES Bronze or Silver Service Star

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   It is for those who served between July of 1965 to March of 1973. Those who served in Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia while providing direct support are also eligible for the medal. The medal can receive a bronze service star for every qualifying campaign that member serves as directed by their leadership.