Here's why:
* Confederate Spy: While she was considered a hero by many in the South, her actions as a spy were illegal and could have been seen as treasonous. There were no official awards for espionage in the Confederacy.
* Controversy: Some Confederate leaders, including General Stonewall Jackson, were suspicious of her actions and felt she was more of a publicity seeker than a valuable asset.
* Post-War Reputation: Her fame after the war was largely based on her own self-promotion and sensationalized accounts of her exploits. Her actions, particularly her alleged relationship with Confederate General John Mosby, were often exaggerated or fabricated.
While she gained notoriety and achieved a level of celebrity status for her actions, Belle Boyd did not receive any official recognition for her contributions to the Confederacy. Her legacy remains complex and debated.