Type Military medal (four class decoration)
Four degrees:
Gallantry Cross with Palm
Gallantry Cross with Gold Star
Gallantry Cross with Silver Star
Gallantry Cross with Bronze Star
Awarded for Accomplishing deeds of valor or displaying heroic conduct while fighting the enemy
Presented by South Vietnam
Eligibility Awarded to military individuals, corps, divisions, regiments, and brigades of the Republic of Vietnam and allied forces
Status No longer awarded
Established August 15, 1950
May 2, 1952
December 30, 1956
December 2, 1965[1