戦功

せんこう【戦功】

military exploits; distinguished war service; meritorious services in war; warlike exploits.

●戦功により金鵄(_きんし)勲章を授与される be decorated with the Order of the Golden Kite for distinguished (military) service.

●戦功のある将校 an officer with a fine war record.

●戦功を立てる distinguish oneself in war [on the field of battle].