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Definition of war service chevron

: a small chevron worn on the lower part of the sleeve of a military uniform to indicate that the wearer has seen service in a former war

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“War service chevron.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/war%20service%20chevron. Accessed 12 Aug. 2022.

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