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New Physical Standards for Combat Roles

The Pentagon and U.S. Army are implementing new physical standards for combat roles, replacing separate male/female scoring tables with identical performance benchmarks.

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Feb 1, 2026

What are documented cases of Bronze Star with 'V' revocations or corrections after the Pentagon tightened award criteria?

’s 2016–17 overhaul of combat‑award policy tightened Bronze Star criteria and reworked how the “V” (valor) device is used, prompting agencies to reassess past awards and in at least some documented in...