stolen valor

Etymology
Coined by Vietnam veteran.

Noun

 * 1) An instance of a person falsely claiming to have served in the military, or of a member of the military falsely claiming to have served in ways they did not.
 * 2)  An instance of stolen valor in which the perpetrator has the intention to receive money, donations, discounts, or other benefits.
 * 3) The respect or benefits so gained
 * 4)  Any instance of falsely claiming to be of a respected group to gain that respect.