Woman Soldier Awarded Silver Star for Valor in Iraq

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01.31.2007

Courtesy Photo

Department of War         

Sgt. Leigh Ann Hester, vehicle commander, 617th Military Police Company, Richmond, Ky., stands at attention before receiving the Silver Star at an awards ceremony at Camp Liberty, Iraq, June 16. Hester is the first woman soldier since World War II to receive the Silver Star. Photo by Spc. Jeremy D. Crisp, USA

• Date Taken: 01.31.2007
• Date Posted: 07.04.2025 04:44
• Photo ID: 9163466
• VIRIN: 070131-D-D0439-9325
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• Location: (UNDISCLOSED LOCATION)