stealing valor
steal-ing val-or \\stēl-ing va-lər\\
verb (2014)
1. To fraudulently pose as a member or veteran of the armed forces, law enforcement, or any other similar entity, usually in order to gain undeserved honors, awards, or recognition.
SEE ALSO: STOLEN VALOR, VALOR THIEF, VALOR THEFT
verb (2014)
1. To fraudulently pose as a member or veteran of the armed forces, law enforcement, or any other similar entity, usually in order to gain undeserved honors, awards, or recognition.
SEE ALSO: STOLEN VALOR, VALOR THIEF, VALOR THEFT
"By falsely claiming to be a veteran of the Coast Guard, and using fake veteran status to promote her website, Jane is stealing valor from veterans who truly deserve recognition."