There are many awards one can earn in the military; the most prestigious of these is the Congressional Medal of Honor. This award is given by the president of the United States in the name of the United States Congress. Since the award’s creation in 1861, it has been awarded...
Purple Heart Day does not simply commemorate the creation of the Purple Heart Medal. It is a day set aside to honor the wounded and fallen veterans of the United States. Not many citizens even know August 7th is recognized for this purpose, but many others spend the day remembering...
Decorated with Vietnam War Medals and Ribbons The Vietnam War lasted from 1955 to 1975, and during that time, many of our troops demonstrated an incredible amount of valor, dedication, and strength. To recognize their service and specific honorable actions in particular, several Vietnam War medals and ribbons were designed...
Recognizing Silver Star Service Banner Day As we leave April behind, the sun starts to welcome in the summer weather. But warmer weather isn’t the only thing that comes with May. We can’t forget that May 1st also brings with it a celebration of remembrance. Silver Star Banner Day was...