WASHINGTON (Army News Service) -- The V device worn on Army Commendation Medal and other awards, stands for "valor." The device was authorized decades ago for wear on Army ribbons.

1 / 4 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Soldiers from the 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne) listen to remarks during a Valor Award Ceremony at the John F. Kennedy Auditorium, Fort Bragg, N.C ...