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Soldiers who took part in the liberation of the Philippine Islands from the Japanese during WWII were entitled to a medal. The Medal is the Philippine Liberation Medal. All medals come with a ribbon. Usually the medals are not worn, but the ribbons of all the medals the soldier has earned are worn on the left breast, over the pocket. Sometimes called fruit salad, because the ribbons are colorful
The bronze star is a little tiny bronze star to be attached to and worn on the ribbon. It is a campaign star, and signifies that the soldier took part in one campaign during the liberation of the Philippines. There were campaigns on Leyte and Luzon Islands. The campaigns were defined in General Order #33 of the War Department in 1945 (GO 33 45).
The Philippine Liberation Medal was awarded for service in the liberation of the Philippines from October 17, 1944, to September 2, 1945. In order to qualify, one of the following provisions must be met:
- Participation in the initial landing operation of Leyte and adjoining islands from October 7-20, 1944; or,
- Participation in any engagement against the enemy during the Philippine Liberation Campaign; or,
- Service in the Philippine Islands or in ships in Philippine wates for not less than 30 days during the period of October 17, 1944 to September 2, 1945.
DESIGNER
The Philippine Defense Medal was designed by Juan Nakpil
ORDER OF PRECEDENCE
The Philippine Liberation Medal is worn after the Philippine Defense Medal and before the Philippine Independence Medal.
DEVICES
Bronze Stars: Individuals eligible under any two of the qualifying provisions listed above are authorized to wear one bronze star on the ribbon. Personnel eligible under all three provisions may wear two bronze stars on the ribbon.
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Bronze star on a ribbon for the coast guard?
A small bronze star on a Coast Guard ribbon indicates a subsequent award. YNCSOHV
Your father had a bronze star bronze star ribbon and then a small bronze star ribbon What does that all mean?
The Bronze Star is a military decoration awarded to members of the US Armed Forces for acts of heroism, valor, or meritorious service in a combat zone. The bronze star ribbon indicates the individual has been awarded the Bronze Star medal multiple times. The small bronze star ribbon is typically a service ribbon worn on the military uniform to denote additional awards of the Bronze Star medal.
What is the difference between a silver and bronze star?
one is silver and one is bronze The Silver Star Medal is a higher award for bravery than the Bronze Star Medal. The Bronze Star Medal was issued to any Infantryman who fought in combat. The Silver Star Medal is silver and has a ribbon that is prodominately blue. The Bronze Star Medal is identical in size and design except it is bronze and has a ribbon that is mainly red.
Good Conduct Medal Placement of stars for 8 awards?
The silver star, indicating 5 subsequent awards, should be centered on the ribbon with a bronze star on either side. If on a medal the bronze stars should be above and beneath the silver star which should always be centered in the middle of the ribbon. If on the ribbon award, the bronze stars should be just to the right and left of the silver star.
How is the V-device attached to the Bronze Star?
The V-device is attached to the Bronze Star by inserting it onto the ribbon bar or attaching it to the suspension ribbon of the medal. It is typically placed at the center of the ribbon or just above the medal itself, indicating that the Bronze Star was awarded for valor.
What does EAME Ribbon with 1 Bronze Star mean?
The ribbon is the "Europe, Africa, Middle East" for service in that theater of operations. The one bronze star signifies that the recipient was credited with participating in one campaign in that theater.
What size bronze star goes on any USMC ribbon?
The correct size of the bronze star attachment according to MCO P1020.34G W/CH 1-5 is 3/16 inch.
Was Bronze Star authorized for all combat troops in Korean War who earned a Combat Action Ribbon?
Regulations change. During the Vietnam War, the US Army Bronze Star could be awarded for MERITORIUS Achievement or Heroism. If for heroism, the Bronze Star ribbon portion had a letter "V" attached, denoting "Valor."
How does the recipient of both a Bronze star with V device and a Bronze Star for merit display the ribbon on the dress uniform?
The "V" device is worn on the left side of the ribbon (as you look at it), with an oak leaf cluster on the right hand side [ V @ ]
How many bronze stars are allowed on a navy ribbon?
up to 4, if five then star is silver in color. 1 silver star equals 5 bronze stars
What do you wear on a ribbon if you have eight awards of the same medal?
Depending on what the ribbon is for specifically, either one silver and two bronze oak leaf clusters, or one silver and two bronze star devices.
What is ETO ribbon with 4 bronze stars?
Each Bronze Star represents a separate campaign (battle) they were part of. Four Bronze Stars four seperates campaigns.
