Oak Leaf

Oak leaf may refer to:

Military
  • Oak leaf cluster, a U.S. military decoration
  • A bronze oak leaf device is also used to signify a Mention in Despatches or the award of the Queen's Commendation for Valuable Service in Commonwealth militaries
  • An additional distinction of Oak Leaves (mit Eichenlaub) was awarded to 883 recipients of the Knight's Cross of the German Iron Cross during the Second World War
  • The rank insignia of Major (United States) and Lieutenant Colonel (United States), as well as Lieutenant Commander (United States) and Commander (United States) are oak leaves
Others
  • Any member of the Kallima genus of butterflies
  • Oak Leaf, Texas

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