What does the V stand for on a ribbon?

What does the V stand for on a ribbon?

• A. Valor.
• B. Victory
• C. Valor stands for something else
• D. V stands for something else

Answer: (A)

The V on a ribbon is a valor device, indicating acts of heroism in combat. This symbol is used to recognize bravery under fire, not victory or simply length of service. So the V stands for valor, distinguishing an award earned for courageous actions in combat from awards given for other reasons.

The V on a ribbon is a valor device, indicating acts of heroism in combat. This symbol is used to recognize bravery under fire, not victory or simply length of service. So the V stands for valor, distinguishing an award earned for courageous actions in combat from awards given for other reasons.