From the NFRW Armed Services Committee
In the 1800s, there was a Citation Star for gallantry. Later, the Silver Star Medal was established. It is our third highest medal, awarded to those who showed distinguished valor during combat.
Silver Star Banner Day on May 1 represents all the sacrifices of those wounded, ill, or dying, as well as those awarded the Silver Star Medal. The colors blue represents “hope” and silver “gallantry." Many families put a Silver Star decal in their window to honor their loved ones who were hurt in combat.