heroism awards
Valor recognition ceremonies
Heroism awards are official recognitions given for acts of exceptional bravery, typically by military, law enforcement, or civilian organizations.
They honor individuals who risked their safety to protect others or accomplish dangerous missions: She received a heroism award for pulling three children from the burning building.
Military examples include the Medal of Honor and Bronze Star; civilian versions recognize firefighters, police officers, and ordinary citizens who perform extraordinary acts.
- purple heartViolet-hued tropical hardwood
- courageFortitude facing danger
- Victoria CrossBritain's top combat decoration
- posthumousOccurring after death
- sacrificeGiving up something precious
combat action · fallen heroes · badge · selflessness · gallantry · bravery medals · acts of valor · commendation · star · Medal of Honor · ribbon · medal · honor · clasp · disaster response · humanitarian missions · first responders · valor
- honorsmedal, trophy, certificate, prize, ribbon
- military medalsPurple Heart, Medal of Honor, Silver Star, Bronze Star, Iron Cross
- military honorsMedal of Honor, Purple Heart, Silver Star, Bronze Star, Navy Cross
heroism awardsdishonorable discharge
Punitive military separation
censure · court-martial · scarlet letters · white feathers · infamy
heroism awardscourt-martial
Armed forces judicial proceeding
criminal conviction · disciplinary action · sanctions · formal reprimand · disbarment