US Bronze Star Medal in Carton Box. The Bronze Star Medal was instituted on 4 February 1944 and was awarded to members of the United States Armed Forces for heroic achievement, heroic service, meritorious achievements or meritorious service in the combat zone. The medal comes in its original carton box as produced by 'The Whitehead & Hoag Company' and is dated 18 December 1944. Nice original Bronze Star Medal in mint and unissued condition!