Edwin G. Tieszen Nov 12, 2009
While in service he was awarded the bronze star for going above and beyond the call of duty. He received an honorable discharge December 1945. (Freeman Courier, SD)
His next mission: finding civilian work Nov 11, 2009
He is an acknowledged leader among elite warriors, with a Bronze Star, hundreds of combat missions, and 20 years of military service under his belt. Hornbrook is also, at 39 years old, about to enter the civilian job market for the first time in his adult life. (Boston Globe)
Speaker Focuses on Iwo Jima Nov 11, 2009
His service during the battles earned him both the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star for Valor. But Riley described the agony of battle as thousands of Japanese fighters emerged from pillboxes, bunkers, caves and tunnels to fire on American forces as they landed on the beaches of black volcanic ash. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Local women remember service with pride Nov 11, 2009
But today she will probably spend the day with other retired military service friends at John Knox Village, who are among the few who know that along the way Foley earned the Bronze Star while serving in Vietnam ... Foley, who lives now with Parkinson's disease, is modest about her military decorations, which include a Bronze Star with Combat V, earned for valor for the constant performance of duty during her tour in Vietnam. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
A great man: 95-year-old veteran receives Bronze Star Nov 11, 2009
Awards presented to Thomas included the Bronze Star with two gold clusters, the Philippine Liberation Award, the WWII award for Japan and Germany and several others with a flag also being presented that had flown over the Capitol in Thomas' honor. Born in Cocoa, Fla. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Band of 10 fends off onslaught Nov 10, 2009
For Amerine, the battle led to a Bronze Star with Valor, making him one of the first decorated heroes of the war ... In all, Amerine s unit received 11 Purple Hearts, eight Bronze Stars and two posthumous Silver Stars. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
A star among us Nov 10, 2009
N-J/ The Bronze Star Medal is a U.S. Armed Forces individual military decoration that may be awarded for bravery, acts of merit or meritorious service ... Today, we speak with Marine Master Sgt. Scott J. Zender, 43, a Bronze Star recipient ... Q. You have retired from the military service, but recently you received an unusual visit by a military officer and received the Bronze Star. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
NV Gov. Presents Medals to 2 Guardsmen Nov 10, 2009
During a ceremony Monday, Gov. Jim Gibbons presented Staff Sgt. Derek Casto of Carson City with a Bronze Star and Purple Heart for showing exceptional courage and leadership in the face of enemy fire. He was injured while on a mission in Afghanistan. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Iowa Jima Survivor Speaks at Ceremony Nov 9, 2009
For this service he received the Purple Heart and Bronze Star of Valor. The retired FBI agent lived in Seven Lakes for a number of years before moving in 2004 to Pinehurst. (The Pilot Newspaper)
County honors WWII vet Robert Nelson Nov 8, 2009
As such, Nelson saw active conflict, and was awarded a number of decorations and medals, including the Combat Infantryman Badge, Bronze Star and Purple Heart the latter being awarded only to those who receive wounds. In addition, he also received the Philippines Liberation Ribbon, the Asiatic Pacific Service Medal, the American Service Medal, the American Defense Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, and the one which by its very title honors veterans of that conflict for saving not only the... (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Marathoner's story is as American as it gets... Nov 8, 2009
He joined the Army and served in the South Pacific during World War II. Won the Bronze Star ... Was that Bronze Star Italian or American-made. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Vets spared paupers' graves Nov 8, 2009
Leon Thomas, who served in the U.S. Army in Korea in 1951 and was awarded the Purple Heart and a Bronze Star medal for bravery, helped spread the word about the double funeral. "The folks at the coroner's office are patriotic Americans," Thomas said. (CNN)
Area man pursued interesting military life Nov 8, 2009
He enlisted in the service and was wounded in Vietnam where he earned the Bronze Star for Valor in his valiant efforts to save his unit ... Nevertheless, the Green Beret, martial arts master and Bronze Star recipient from Ontario certainly earned a reputation as an eccentric soldier. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Foreign service: Three who fought for America Nov 8, 2009
Torio belatedly received the Bronze Star in 2007 and a Purple Heart in April. Last night, he was honored as Veteran of the Year by the Pangasinan Association of San Diego County, a Filipino-American charity. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Highly Decorated U.S. Army Major General to Serve as Honorary Starter for Able Body Labor 200 Nov 7, 2009
Harrell's awards and decorations include: the Defense Superior Service Medal, the Bronze Star Medal (with V-device and two Oak Leaf Clusters), Purple Heart, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (with Oak Leaf Clusters), Air Medal, Army Commendation Medal (with two Oak Leaf Clusters), Joint Service Achievement Medal, as well as numerous service medals. He has also earned the Combat Infantryman Badge, Master Parachutist Badge, Master Military Free Fall Parachutist Badge,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Girls in the Hood Nov 7, 2009
who earned a Bronze Star in Iraq by running through a line of fire and using her body as a shield to save a wounded soldier. Spc. (Slate)
Veterans Day Ceremony Saturday Nov 6, 2009
The Pinehurst resident was a platoon leader during the invasion of Iwo Jima and received both the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star for Valor. The Union Pines High School band will perform a program of patriotic music prior to the 10 a.m. ceremony, and the colors will be presented by the Junior ROTC from Union Pines. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Bronze Star recipient is parade grand marshal Nov 6, 2009
This year's grand marshal for the parade is Chief Petty Officer Brian S. McGee, a 25-year veteran of the U.S. Navy, received the Bronze Star for actions in Iraq in which he helped capture high-ranking al-Qaeda militants, train Iraqi Army personnel and save the lives of fellow Americans and Iraqi soldiers and civilians ... Army officials said McGee's service was "nothing short of exemplary," and awarded him the Bronze Star for several acts. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Christmas parade officials say 'neigh' to horses, ATVs Nov 6, 2009
The Exchange Club will be giving out 4,000 flags at the post office before the parade, Rich said, adding that when this year's Grand Marshal Bronze Star winner Brian McGee passes, parade-goers can wave them to honor his service as a representation of honoring all the American troops and veterans that have served and are currently serving in the military. Rich also asked that float drivers and other people in the parade be patient on the night of the event. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Military family watches Fort Hood horror unfold Nov 6, 2009
A Bronze Star recipient, moving through the ranks. They know there's a lot they don't know, but this scenario caught them off guard. (WSJA.com, AL)
Shawn McNabb Nov 5, 2009
He has been awarded numerous awards for his heroism, dedication, and meritorious service receiving the Bronze Star, the Air Medal with Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster and the Army Commendation Medal with Valor posthumously. He was credited for saving the lives of two. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Butte native, renowned photographer dies in D.C. Nov 3, 2009
He twice received the Bronze Star Medal for his work on Corregidor and for volunteering with a band of Army Rangers who conducted a daring raid of the Cabanatuan prison camp in the Philippines, liberating 513 prisoners of the Japanese. The raid has been the subject of movies and books. (Montana Standard, MT)
Funeral services set for Terrell soldier Nov 3, 2009
He has been awarded numerous awards for his heroism, dedication, and meritorious service receiving the Bronze Star, the Air Medal x 1OLC, the Army Commendation Medal with Valor posthumously. He was credited for saving the lives of two other men while serving in Afghanistan. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Robert Lautman, at 85; was famed architectural photographer Nov 1, 2009
Mr. Lautman twice received the Bronze Star Medal for his work on Corregidor and for volunteering with a band of Army Rangers who conducted a daring raid of the Cabanatuan prison camp in the Philippines, liberating 513 prisoners of the Japanese. The raid has been the subject of movies and books. (Boston Globe)
Minvielle deserves recognition as patriotic war hero Nov 1, 2009
His many decorations include four Major Campaign Battle Stars, the Bronze Star, and the Purple Heart. He was promoted to Captain in the reserves and also served as President of the Seventh Armored Division Assn. (1984-1985). (New Iberia, LA)
Seasoned veteran addresses Rotarians Oct 31, 2009
Herndon's awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal with two oak leaf clusters. The Meritorious Service Medal with two oak leaf clusters, Joint Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal with four oak leaf clusters, Joint Service Achievement Medal, the Army Achievement Medal among many others. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
Soldier with Carlisle ties among seven killed in Afghan crash Oct 31, 2009
His awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal for Valor, Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Korean Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Humanitarian Service Medal, NCO Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, NATO Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Air Assault Badge, Parachutist Badge, and the Special... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Hometown Heroes Oct 29, 2009
Date Submitted: 07 - 26 - 2009 Brevard County Connection: Family Branch: U.S. Army Rank: Specialist Comments: Specialist Marcus A. Collier, a Melbourne resident and former student of Eau Gallie High School is currently a member of the 101st Airborne Division, 1/506 Infantry, and was recently awarded the Bronze Star with Valor and recommended for the Purple Heart Medal for his actions and injuries resulting from a Taliban attack on his patrol in Wardak Province, Afghanistan on October 16, 2008.... (Florida Today)
Charles E. Nelson (25) Oct 27, 2009
There, he served throughout World War II, participating in most of the battles in the Pacific from that of the Coral Sea to Okinawa where his ship was seriously damaged by a kamikaze, earning a bronze star, many ribbons, and 15 battle stars. In the post-war years, he held four commands at sea, including the Weiss (APD135), Taylor (DDE 468), Harry E. Yarnell (CG 17) and Destroyer Squadron Five. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Female Warriors Fight in Iraq, Afghanistan Oct 26, 2009
"I can't help but think most Americans think women aren't in combat," says Specialist Ashley Pullen who was awarded a Bronze Star for valor in 2005 for her heroic action in Iraq where she served with a military police unit. "We're here and we're right up with the guys.". (ABC News)
Exclusively Exeter: Exeter N.H. Town Blog Oct 24, 2009
Healy was awarded the Bronze Star with a V-device for Valor, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Purple Heart, the Global War on Terrorism Medal and many others. . (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Roger "Red" Mercer Oct 22, 2009
Awards and decorations include USAF Command Pilots Wings, Nationalist Chinese Pilot Wings, the Legion of Merit with Oak Leaf Cluster, Distinguished Flying Cross with Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster, Bronze Star for ground action in Vietnam and the Air Medal with 23 Oak Leaf Clusters. He is survived by his wife, Marj Mercer of Kansas City, Kan. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Supreme Court justice keeps cards close to robe Oct 19, 2009
Military Service: Navy during World War II, earned a Bronze Star. Education: University of Chicago, B.A., English literature, 1941; Northwestern University Law School, law degree, 1947. (USA Today)
Police officer and war hero laid to rest Oct 17, 2009
His widow, flanked by his three daughters, received the Bronze Star for Rabjohn. He had earned it saving the lives of at least two other soldiers from the explosion in which he was fatally wounded Oct. 3. (AZCentral -- News)
Letter: John Burke is for John Burke, not Beverly Oct 15, 2009
A soldier is awarded a Bronze Star and a Combat Action Badge for bravery and tested service under battle conditions. Decisions are made that save soldiers lives or cost them. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
After 41 years, a victory for Vietnam veteran Oct 15, 2009
Tim Whitson holds the Bronze Star at Cary Memorial Library Tuesday ... Whitson was awarded the Bronze Star for meritorious service after serving in Vietnam ... In doing so, he slowly pieced together the story of what happened to his Bronze Star. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Richard Dale Stover Oct 14, 2009
He served as a Master Sergeant in the Korean War from 1951-1953, where he received a Bronze Star. He worked at Alcoa for 37 years. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Hundreds Pay Last Respects to Fallen Soldier Oct 12, 2009
Accepting the Bronze Star and Purple Heart on French's behalf, the family now has a token of his valor to keep with their memories and mementos of him. The three children he left behind received American flags. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Bob Ellsworth; Hartford Area Broadcast Pioneer Oct 11, 2009
During World War II, Ellsworth received a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart. Ellsworth went to work for WTIC radio in 1956. (FOX61, CT)
A father's battle experience unearthed Oct 11, 2009
The 73rd Field Artillery Battalion was honored with a presidential citation, Mrs. Mauro said, and her husband later earned a Bronze Star for courage under fire near Ringen, Germany. Mr. Mauro returned briefly to farming, but later worked for 35 years as an engineer for the Union Railroad. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Charles Barbeau Oct 10, 2009
During his term of service, he was awarded the following medals: Bronze Star Vietnam Service (Vietnam Campaign), Korean Services with three Bronze Stars, Army Commendation National Defense Service, Good Conduct with multiple awards. Charles Barbeau. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Donald Allen Peter Eckhardt Oct 8, 2009
He was awarded the Bronze Star, the meritorious Service medal (Second Oak Leaf Cluster), Good Conduct Medal (5th award), Vietnam Campaign Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, 8 Overseas Service Bars, and the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry wIPalm. After retiring from the U.S. Army, he joined the staff at the Fort Huachuca Hospital as a paramedic and he continued in this capacity until its closure. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Hamden Native, Capt. Benjamin Sklaver Buried With Full Military Honor Oct 7, 2009
Following a rifle salute, Captain Sklaver's family was presented with several awards including a Purple Heart, a Bronze Star and a Combat Action Badge for selfless service and honor while serving his country. Sklaver is survived by his two parents, a brother, sister, and fianc. (FOX61, CT)
A hero's welcomefor veterans in Toccoa Oct 4, 2009
Career soldier and high school ROTC instructor, asked Shames to sign three copies of "Tonight We Die" - one for each of his sons, all military men, all Bronze Star recipients. The eldest son, who is in Afghanistan after two tours in Iraq, sent an e-mail to his father Thursday; one of the young soldiers under his command, the father of a 3-month-old son, had been killed. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Chatham couple watches nephew spacewalk Oct 4, 2009
He has also been awarded the Bronze Star Medal, two Meritorious Service Medals, Air Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal and various other service awards. Kopra received his commission as a second lieutenant from the U.S. Military Academy in May 1985 and was designated as an Army aviator in August 1986. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
2 U.S. soldiers killed in Philippines bomb blast Oct 3, 2009
Both awarded Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Meritorious Service Medal posthumously ... Both men were awarded the Bronze Star, and Meritorious Service Medal posthumously. (CNN -- International)
Lawmakers should leave the Medal of Honor alone Oct 3, 2009
The Bronze Star, the Silver Star and the Distinguished Service Cross are prestigious decorations of valor, not to be taken lightly or dismissed. The strict standards for the Medal of Honor are meant to keep it credible. (Juneau Empire)
A tragic reminder of wars ultimate reality Oct 2, 2009
I can speak from experience, Viet Nam 1968-69, 1st Cav Div, Bronze Star ... The Bronze Star Medal is a United States Armed Forces individual military decoration that may be awarded for bravery, acts of merit, or meritorious service. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Newspaper will publish addresses of area soldiers Oct 2, 2009
He has received the Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal and numerous other honors. Comments. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Maria Gulovich Liu - WWII hero - dies Oct 2, 2009
Ms. Liu, who received a Bronze Star for her "heroic and meritorious" service to the Office of Strategic Services, died of colon cancer at her home in the town of Port Hueneme (Ventura County), said Jim Downs, a family friend ... At an awards ceremony at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in 1946, she was awarded the Bronze Star. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Paul B. Fay Jr., confidant of President Kennedy; at 91 Oct 2, 2009
Mr. Fay was awarded the Bronze Star after his was run down by a Japanese destroyer. After the war, Mr. Fay visited Kennedy and his family in Palm Beach, Newport, and other places. (Boston Globe)
Crucial Korea conflict Sep 30, 2009
Michael Flores), Bronze Star (Cpl. Ray Cruz) and numerous Purple Hearts which are bestowed on servicemen who are wounded by enemy forces. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Edwin G. Tieszen Sep 30, 2009
While in service he was awarded the bronze star for going above and beyond the call of duty. He received an honorable discharge December 1945. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Clifford E. Hamilton Sep 30, 2009
He was a World War II veteran of the 517th Parachute Regimental Combat Team and was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He was predeceased by his first wife, Margaret; sister, Emma Jane Adkins; two brothers, Bernard and Walter; brothers-in-law, Edward Tubbs and Robert Brambly; and sister-in-law, Dona Moritti. (The Herald-Palladium)
Obituaries, Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009 Sep 30, 2009
SPC Corey Kowall, 20, Murfreesboro, passed away on Sept. 20, 2009 at 9:20 a.m. while assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division, A CO 2-508 INF BN while serving his country in Afghanistan and will be receiving the Bronze Star. He was a native and lifelong resident of Rutherford County. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Local military hero laid to rest Sep 26, 2009
Berky was posthumously awarded several honors, including a purple heart, a bronze star, an Air Force combat action medal and a joint service commendation medal. During the ceremony, more was said about the battle in which Berky lost his life. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
Sgt. Void, Afghan war veteran, laid to rest Sep 26, 2009
He was promoted from specialist to sergeant posthumously and, on Friday, was also given the Bronze Star and the Gold Order of Mercury for his service. Friday was a time for family and friends to reflect on a life well-lived but tragically cut short. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Black president at home at white college Sep 26, 2009
He won a Bronze Star in Afghanistan, survived a plane crash, and is writing a book. He rubs shoulders at the Aspen Institute, Council on Foreign Relations and Renaissance Weekend. (MSNBC -- Race)
• Meredith 'Med' Standley Sep 26, 2009
His military decorations and awards include the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal with Five Oak-leaf Clusters, the Bronze Star with two Oak-leaf Clusters, the Army Commendation Medal, the Cross of Gallantry with Bronze Star, and the Vietnamese Medal of Honor. After retirement from the Army, he served as the chaplain of a college and taught Bible courses. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
‘The Cantabrigians’ shares a few residents’ favorite things Sep 25, 2009
He appears with his military awards and decorations, including a Bronze Star and a Combat Action Badge. You re awarded the Combat Action Badge if you came under fire. (Boston Globe)
Manassas-Based Guard Unit Returning After Tour In Iraq Sep 25, 2009
During their tour, soldiers from the unit earned 21 Bronze Star Medals, four received Combat Action Badges and one received a Purple Heart. Your Comments. (W-USA News, DC)
Hometown hero shines with Bronze Star Sep 23, 2009
Opanasets, a 2001 Braintree High School graduate, was awarded the Bronze Star medal for exceptionally meritorious service and valor while he was deployed in Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom ... U. S. Army Major Frederick Ramirez wrote a narrative describing the circumstances leading up to Opanasets s Bronze Star. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Relatives mourn soldier killed in Afghanistan Sep 23, 2009
He earned more than 30 military badges and medals, including the Bronze Star for gallantry in combat operations and the Purple Heart. His superiors gave him the difficult assignments because they knew he would get them completed, Meehan said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
A historical journey Sep 20, 2009
During his service time, Halvorson earned the Silver Star, Purple Heart, Combat Infantry Badge, two Bronze Stars and the ETO Ribbon with three campaign stars ... His outstanding effort earned him a Purple Heart and three Bronze Stars ... While serving in combat with the U.S. Army, Herreid was awarded a Battle Star, Combat Infantrymans Badge and a Bronze Star. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Following in son's footsteps Sep 18, 2009
He served two tours in Iraq and was awarded a Bronze Star with Valor for dragging a fellow soldier to safety through a hail of enemy gunfire. The father who had avoided the draft during Vietnam by joining the National Guard understood that the Army was his son's way of helping others. (CNN -- International)
