Name/Title
Bronze Star Medal of John E. DysterudEntry/Object ID
2015.13.1Description
Bronze star medal in black case in cardboard box awarded to John E. Dysterud for "Heroism or Meritorious Achievement in a Combat Zone" in WW II plus newspaper clipping describing the specifics. Also in the box are two uniform bars with red, white and blue stripes (one 1 1/2 x 3/8 inches, one 5/8 x 1/8 inch), and two loose pieces of the ribbon (1 3/8 x 1 1/2 inches). This pattern of red, white and blue stripes signifies the Bronze Star award.Collection
Dysterud, John Eugene CollectionCataloged By
Ginny HaenAcquisition
Accession
2015.13Source or Donor
Dysterud family, Oscar & Millicent (by Daniel Dobrenick)Acquisition Method
GiftMade/Created
Date made
1940 - 1949Notes
Date: 1945Lexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Tertiary Object Term
MedalNomenclature Secondary Object Term
Decoration of HonorNomenclature Primary Object Term
AwardNomenclature Sub-Class
Achievement SymbolsNomenclature Class
Personal SymbolsNomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication ObjectsSearch Terms
military services, Army, award, military, World War II, medals, military, awards, medals, decorations, etc.Condition
Overall Condition
v goodDate Examined
Jan 20, 2016Examined By
Ginny HaenRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Dysterud, John EugenePerson or Organization
Dysterud, MillicentPerson or Organization
Dysterud, OscarCreate Date
September 15, 2015Update Date
July 8, 2026