What award did Lloyd Austin receive for his valor during the Iraq invasion?
Medal of Honor
Bronze Star
Silver Star
Distinguished Flying Cross
Answer
The Silver Star is a United States Armed Forces decoration awarded for heroic or meritorious action in combat against an armed enemy. It is the third-highest military award for valor that can be bestowed upon members of the United States military. Lloyd Austin, the current United States Secretary of Defense, received the Silver Star for his actions during the Iraq invasion as a commander in the United States Army.
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