Silver Star
The Silver Star Certificate was first approved in 1918 by Congress.
Awarded for gallantry while in action against an enemy.
It was first a certificate plus a 3/16” silver star, “Citation Star”, pinned to the campaign medal. It was not presented in a ceremony, the soldier/sailor had to verify legibility.
The Silver Star Medal was approved in 1932 and awarded retroactively.
WWI Era Silver Star
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WWI Era Silver Star
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Bailey, Banks & Biddle jewelers strike
Rim numbered 11735
Awarded to “John R. Allen” in WWI, 33rd Div.