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By
"Semper Fidelis" 7th Marines & Dog Seven Association




RIBBON DEVICES




Gold Star
Denotes each subsequent award of the same decoration.

Silver Star
Presented upon the receipt of the fifth award of the same decoration.

Bronze Star
Represents participation in Campaigns or Operations or for additional awards.

Silver Oak Leaf Cluster
Presented upon the receipt of the sixth, eleventh, or in lieu of five Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters for the same award.

Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster
Represents second and subsequent entitlements of awards.

Letter "V" Device
Represents valor and does not denote an additional award. Only one may be worn on any ribbon.

Fleet Marine Device
For Navy personnel attached to Fleet Marine Force Units participating in combat operations.




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