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[[File:Silver Star by Halsey.jpg|right|thumb|The Silver Star as drawn by [[ | [[File:Silver Star by Halsey.jpg|right|thumb|The Silver Star as drawn by Dr. [[Catherine Halsey]] in [[2550]].]] | ||
The '''UNSC Silver Star''' is an award given to [[UNSC]] soldiers. The Silver Star is awarded for gallantry and bravery in action against an enemy of the UNSC not justifying a higher award. It may be awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity with the UNSC military, distinguishes him or herself by extraordinary heroism. It is one of the highest citations, below only a handful of others, such as the [[UNSC Legion of Honor]] and the [[Colonial Cross]]. | The '''UNSC Silver Star''' is an award given to [[UNSC]] soldiers. The Silver Star is awarded for gallantry and bravery in action against an enemy of the UNSC not justifying a higher award. It may be awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity with the UNSC military, distinguishes him or herself by extraordinary heroism. It is one of the highest citations, below only a handful of others, such as the [[UNSC Legion of Honor]] and the [[Colonial Cross]]. | ||
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The UNSC Silver Star is an award given to UNSC soldiers. The Silver Star is awarded for gallantry and bravery in action against an enemy of the UNSC not justifying a higher award. It may be awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity with the UNSC military, distinguishes him or herself by extraordinary heroism. It is one of the highest citations, below only a handful of others, such as the UNSC Legion of Honor and the Colonial Cross.
List of known soldiers who have been awarded the UNSC Silver Star
- Chief Petty Officer Franklin Mendez (multiple counts)[1]
- Ensign William Lovell[2]
- Master Chief Petty Officer John-117
- Fleet Admiral Sir Terrence Hood
- Lieutenant Commander Miranda Keyes[3]
Sources
- ^ Halo: The Fall of Reach, page 95
- ^ Halo: The Fall of Reach, page 159
- ^ Dr. Halsey's personal journal
