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oak leaf cluster

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oak leaf cluster
n.
A decoration of bronze or silver oak leaves and acorns given to holders of various U.S. military medals in recognition of acts entitling them to another award of the same medal.
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Noun1.Oak Leaf Cluster - a United States military decoration consisting of bronze or silver oak leaves and acorns awarded to anyone who has won a given medal before
laurel wreath, medal, decoration, ribbon, medallion, palm - an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event


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He was awarded the Asiatic Pacific Ribbon with 4 Battle Stars and the Air Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster especially for his work connected with the landing operations on Borneo.
COL Applegate's 32 years of service to his country spanned three wars: WWII, Korea, and Vietnam; his military decorations include the Legion of Merit with three Oak Leaf clusters, the Air Medal, and the Bronze Star with two Oak Leaf clusters.
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Silver/Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters The bronze oak leaf cluster represents second and subsequent entitlements of awards.
 
 
 
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