Both Uses of
valor
in
Fearless
- For his part Adam was awarded his first Bronze Star with combat valor.†
p. 234.1 *
- The walls, covered by photos, certificates, insignias, and awards, including his bachelor's degree, the Bronze Star with valor, and the posthumously presented Silver Star for Chief Brown's actions as part of an assault force that executed a daring raid deep into mountainous enemy-occupied terrain in northeastern Afghanistan...while numerous enemy fighters simultaneously engaged the force from the surrounding mountains....Reacting immediately, and without regard for his own safety, Chief Brown... Says Kelley, "Adam would hate having all these awards on the wall.†
p. 309.5
Definition:
exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger -- especially in battle