Navy names three new ships, one after Silver Star recipient
The Navy's new amphibious transport dock ship will honor a fallen Marine, while two surveillance ships pay tribute to deep ...
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She Became The First Woman To Earn The Prestigious Silver Star For Valor In Combat Since World War II After Saving Numerous Lives From Enemy Fire In Iraq
Leigh Ann Hester made history in the United States Military in 2005 when she won the prestigious Silver Star for valor in combat, making her the first woman to earn a Silver Star since World War II.
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In a First, Air Force Awards Silver Star to Female Airman
US military aircraft and naval ships went to ... she became the first female airman to ever be awarded the Silver Star by the Air Force. The event was called the largest air-to-air enemy ...
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Del Toro names future LPD for Silver Star recipient, and 2 ocean surveillance ships for renowned explorers
For his actions, he received the Silver Star and the Bronze Star with Valor ... service as the ship’s namesake.” Operated by the Military Sea Lift Command, the Explorer-class will play ...
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US Navy's new amphibious warship honors post-9/11 Marine killed in Iraq, carrying on his legacy
The USS Travis Manion, an amphibious transport dock, will honor the Silver Star recipient ... and women who volunteered to serve in the US military after the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.