What honor did Tom Ridge receive for his military service?
Silver Star
Medal of Honor
Bronze Star
Purple Heart
Answer
The Bronze Star is a decoration awarded to members of the United States Armed Forces for heroic or meritorious service in a combat zone. Established in 1944, it ranks above the Purple Heart and below the Silver Star. The medal features a bronze star with a wreath encircling it, and is suspended from a ribbon with red and white stripes.
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