The V device worn on Army Commendation Medal and other awards, stands for 'valor.' Joining the V are two new devices: the 'C' and 'R' devices, where C denotes 'combat' and the R means 'remote.

Navy Commendation Medal with Combat "V" and Gold Star, Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with Gold Star, Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry and Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry and Vietnamese Staff Honor ...

as well as personal military decorations that include the "V" and "C" devices, for valor and combat, respectively, including the Bronze Star Medal without devices. The Air Medal is now authorized ...