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Combat "V" Device (Navy) Description

The "V" device is a 1/4" device that is attached to certain decorations in the U.S. Armed Forces and represents heroism or valor in combat instead of meritorious service. Such situations as active engagement of an enemy force or other actions deemed heroic by the theater commander. All branches use the same V device, and since 2017, all share the same criteria across branches.This device is in a 1/4" size.It comes in Bronze.

Associated Devices

Navy Unit Commendation

Additional awards of the Navy Unit Commendation are denoted by  3/16 inch bronze stars.

Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation

Additional awards of the Navy MUC are denoted by  3/16" bronze stars.

Army NCO Professional Development Ribbon

Denote the number of courses completed

United Nations Medal

Indicates number of qualifying periods of service

Multinational Force and Observers Medal

Indicates additional periods of service with the same mission