Bill Clinton coming to Ga. Nov 17, 2008
He was awarded both the silver and bronze star for combat in Vietnam ... He was awarded both the silver and bronze star for combat in Vietnam. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Vets seek VA clinic at Rawlins hospital Nov 17, 2008
When her father, Bronze Star recipient retired Pfc. Robert McLallen, lived in Hanna, Wagner remembers driving him to Cheyenne when road conditions were so poor that she would have preferred not to drive. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Henry Loomis; advanced the Voice of America; at 89 Nov 16, 2008
After leaving the Navy with a Bronze Star, Mr. Loomis did graduate work in physics at the University of California at Berkeley, and spent four years as assistant to the president of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology before taking a series of government jobs. In 1972, President Nixon appointed Mr. Loomis to be president of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the nonprofit created by Congress to be responsible for channeling money to public television stations. (Boston Globe)
Veterans honored at Veterans Day 8K Run and Family Walk Nov 15, 2008
Barrett who served in the U.S. Army and was awarded the Bronze Star in Vietnam in 1971 asked veterans in the crowd to raise their hands, and then thanked them for their service. He then read a quote by English economist and philosopher John Stuart Mill. (Peoria Times, AZ)
Local vets share war stories with MHS students Nov 14, 2008
McCarthy passed his Bronze Star around the classroom last week, telling the kids most people who have one are no longer alive. Eight men in his unit back came home out of the 10 that went in. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Massachusetts to honor women veterans Nov 13, 2008
She served in Vietnam for a year and received the Bronze Star. She is currently the president of Welcome Home Housing, which purchases, builds and develops apartments for disabled veterans. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Malibu resident Katie Spangle holds a photo of her son Robert Jennings Spangle, who enlisted with the Marines soon after graduation from Malibu High last year. He will deploy to the Middle East early next year. Photo by Dana Fineman / TMT Nov 13, 2008
Wednesday, November 12, 2008 Edition. "When Hanton returned to the States, he re-upped and continued to fly another eight years, then worked staff assignments at the Pentagon up through Desert Storm in 1991."I found the Air Force to be a very exciting and rewarding career," Hanton said. "I'd do it again. (Malibu Times, CA)
Battle for Iraq's 3rd city hangs in balance Nov 12, 2008
This is where Corella charged an insurgent machine-gunner to earn a Bronze Star for valor, and where six soldiers were wounded in a recent roadside blast. "It's key terrain for the insurgents. They continue to fight there because they badly need to control it," says Capt. Justin Davis Harper of Sherman, Texas, commander of the regiment's Killer Troop. (MSNBC -- International)
County honors many veterans Nov 12, 2008
McLevy, of Orange Park, has received many decorations and commendations, including the Bronze Star, for her service. She presented Quinn with a Florida flag that had flown over her base. (The St. Augustine Record)
President Bush Attends Rededication Ceremony of the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum Nov 12, 2008
For his bravery, he was awarded the Bronze Star. It's a high honor, but a lot of folks didn't think it was a high enough honor. (White House News Releases)
2008 Linn County Veterans of the Year Nov 12, 2008
He earned the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, three Bronze Stars, FMF Combat in Service, Navy Unit Commendation Ribbon, Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon, two Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citations, Navy E Ribbon and Vietnam Campaign Medal 1960 ... Among his honors are the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal and Oregon Exceptional Service Medal ... He... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
WWII Veteran Gets Bronze Star 63 Years Later Nov 12, 2008
-- A Northern California man got a Bronze Star on Tuesday for his combat bravery overseas -- nearly 64 years ago. Woodland resident and Army veteran David Gee fought in the Philippines and New Guinea during World War II.. (KCRA 3, CA)
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WESTERLY A Purple Heart, a Bronze Star and a bluegrass song ... Chances are not too many know that he not only received several military citations a Korean War Theatre Medal and a United Nations Medal but a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star with combat V.. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Community honors its veterans Nov 12, 2008
The Bronze Star and the Medal of Valor were attached to the photo. He died on the last day of World War II.. (Forest Republican, WI)
Catoosa and Walker veterans and citizens honored Nov 11, 2008
When he was of age, Brown joined the Army and served valiantly in World War II in the European Theater earning his combat infantry badge, three major battle campaign stars, a meritorious unit citation and the Bronze Star while serving in Patton s Third Army Fifth Infantry Division. As a gunner, he saved the lives of many of his fellow soldiers and earned his Bronze Star when he and a friend captured 30 German soldiers. (Catoosa County News, GA)
DEATHS FOR MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2008 (913) Nov 11, 2008
During his regular Army career he was awarded the Legion of Merit with Oak Leaf cluster, the Bronze Star, and Meritorious Service and Army Commendation Medals plus many other service medals and awards. He retired as a Colonel on June 30, 1973. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Laid to rest - Ceremony held for driving force behind veterans cemetery Nov 11, 2008
His Purple Heart and Bronze Star were on either side of his cremains. A painting On Their Own Accord that the elder Koski owned was placed front and center, showing Merrill's Maulers in action in Burma. (Missoulian, MT)
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He's now one of the most decorated veterans in Ionia County, having received a Silver Star, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, four battle stars, numerous other awards and a combat infantry badge. That, I earned, Geisen said of the infantry badge. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Local service under and by fire Nov 11, 2008
After serving one tour of duty in Korea and two tours in Vietnam the Alexander City native retired from service but not before amassing some very high military honors including the medal of honor, the bronze star, the silver star and Wharing distinguished service medal, the highest honor given by the Korean government. I m proud of my military service and I m more proud of it now than I was when I did all these things, Gunn said. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
A bittersweet tribute: Park shelter to honor lives of couple’s children, vets Nov 11, 2008
He has received two Purple Hearts, nine ribbons and the Bronze Star for valor in combat. The war and deaths of his daughters were long ago, but still stay with him. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Jumping into harm's way - WWII paratrooper looks back at Normandy Nov 10, 2008
During his time in the military, Grossman earned the Bronze Star for Valor, two Purple Hearts and three foreign decorations. In July of 1943, Grossman participated in the first massive parachute drop. (Missoulian, MT)
Veterans to be honored this week Nov 10, 2008
He was a Green Beret and has earned the Soldiers Medal for Valor, 4 Bronze Stars, The Meritorious Service Medal, The Purple Heart, Army Accommodation Medal, Tennessee Patriots Medal, Alabama and Tennessee Distinguished Service Medal, and the Air Medal ... Nolensville born Army Air Force soldier Thomas (Pete) Vernon's uniform, bronze star and purple heart medals will be on display along with the uniform of his wife Barbara. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Entertainment--> Politics Nov 9, 2008
It's an important job, but Sgt. Lockett, and countless men like him who work in support of the war, know a Bronze Star and ticker tape parade probably won't be coming their way. Few heroes come from guys who just hang wire. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Veterans Day events in Hudson and Marlborough Nov 9, 2008
The grand marshall is Massachusetts National Guard Sgt. 1st Class Kenneth Harrold, a Bronze Star recipient who recently returned from his second tour of duty in Iraq. Master of Ceremonies is American Legion Commander Joseph Jacobs. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Ex-sheriff inducted into VA Hall of Heroes Nov 9, 2008
The retired Army lieutenant colonel who served two years as Monroe County sheriff, has plenty of reminders: the permanent crease on the back of his head and a bevy of military honors, including two Silver Stars, a Purple Heart, three Bronze Star Medals of Valor, the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross and the Combat Infantryman Badge. Monday, the Sparta resident will be one of two veterans inducted into the Hall of Heroes at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Tomah. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Obituaries for Sunday, November 9, 2008 Nov 9, 2008
He was awarded the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star Medal. Just after returning from the war, he married Catherine E. Waters on Nov. 20, 1945, in Winona. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Cabrillo shows appreciation Nov 8, 2008
Festivities on Military Appreciation Night included the Air Force Color Guard, the National Anthem sung by Tech Sgt. Chad Smith and the coin toss was made by Air Force Tech Sgt. Tim Overcashier, a recipient of the Bronze Star, a Gulf War veteran. Admission was free to all active duty military, half price for military dependents and military retirees. (Lompoc Record, CA)
DEATHS FOR FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2008 (910) Nov 8, 2008
In 1942 he joined the United States Army, serving during World War II. He was stationed in the Western Pacific until 1945, where he received a Bronze Star and a Good Conduct Medal. Bennie moved to the Pine Bluff area in 1945, and on April 4, 1946, he married Mary Parsley in Pine Bluff. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Harold James Kolz Nov 6, 2008
During his service with the Army in Korea, Harold was awarded the Bronze Star for Bravery and Valor. After being Honorably discharged from the Army, he returned to Montrose where he met and married Reva Rae Hockett on Aug. 12, 1955 at Montrose First Church of the Nazarene. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
General to speak at Veterans Memorial Park annual dinner Nov 6, 2008
His military decorations and awards include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with two oak leaf clusters, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, Combat Readiness Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with four service stars, Air Force Longevity Service Award Ribbon with five oak leaf clusters, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm and Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. Lewis now makes his home in San Antonio, Texas. (Oscoda Press, MI)
Dry Ridge Soldier Killed In Afghanistan Nov 5, 2008
At the time of his death, Daniel Wallace held the rank of Specialist (E4), but was posthumously promoted to the rank of Sergeant (E5) and awarded the Bronze star Medal, the Purple Heart and the Army Good Conduct Medal. He leaves behind his parents - Kenneth and Karen Wallace, a sister, two brothers - one of whom (Alex) also serves in the Kentucky Army National Guard's 940th Military Police Company -- and a 6-year-old son. (Cincinnati Nation)
Local Soldier Posthumously Awarded Bronze Star, Purple Heart Nov 4, 2008
Tonini said Monday that the 27-year-old Wallace has been posthumously awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart medals, and has been promoted to the sergeant rank. Wallace was assigned to the Kentucky National Guard's Company C, Engineer Battalion based in Cynthiana. (WKRC.com, OH)
On the issues: John McCain Nov 4, 2008
He ended his military career in 1981, having earned the Silver Star, Bronze Star, Legion of Merit, Purple Heart, and Distinguished Flying Cross. In 1982, he was elected to the House of Representatives and then the Senate in 1987. (The Daily Campus, CT)
Robert Barrow, 86; general led, reformed Marine Corps Nov 3, 2008
He was awarded a Bronze Star with Combat "V.". During the Korean War, General Barrow fulfilled diverse assignments, including the Inchon-Seoul operation, a daring amphibious strike led by General Douglas MacArthur, and the Chosin Reservoir campaign, in which US troops fought valiantly to hold off invading Chinese before being forced to withdraw. (Boston Globe)
Adelbert Waldron US Sniper Ace Nov 1, 2008
Promoted to Staff Sgt Waldron finished his tour in Vietnam with a Silver Star, a Bronze Star, a Presidential Unit Citation, and two Distinguished Service Crosses. He taught at the US Army Marksmanship Unit as a senior instructor before leaving army service in 1970. (Suite101.com)
NC-based Marine to get Bronze Star Oct 31, 2008
A Marine radio operator who helped kill five attackers and reloaded under fire in an Iraqi battle will be awarded a Bronze Star medal for heroism. . (Herald Sun)
Mac and Brenda Rawson: Saxon 'lives in the real world' Oct 31, 2008
He is a real hero, winner of the Bronze Star for Valor. He was a veteran before re-enlisting after 9/11 to serve his country again. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Vietnam veterans gather in Marlin for annual reunion; 2 receive long overdue medals Oct 30, 2008
Ralph qualified for the Bronze Star and Purple Heart more than 50 yes ago and only recently received the awards ... His Bronze Star citation reads in part, "For heroic achievement while serving on Pork Chop Hill in Korea. Although wounded Cpl. Hodge remained at his post which was under devastating fire until the enemy was destroyed.". (Marlin Democrat, TX)
Jesse Hartley, 93, activist for hearing-impaired Oct 30, 2008
He reached the rank of master sergeant and earned several medals, including the Bronze Star, his son said. He worked in the food business in Atlanta for 47 years, managing several grocery stores and then working as a salesman and trainer for Sunshine Biscuits Co. He retired in 1980. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Marines to mark 233rd anniversary Oct 28, 2008
Bodette won the Bronze Star for his tactical decisions in three separate ambushes in Afghanistan and was featured in the History Channel program "Shootout!". Tickets are $40 and may be purchased by contacting the Marine Detachment at (706) 355-7435. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Senate poll: Durbin appears to be headed towards re-election Oct 27, 2008
jdl wrote on Oct 26, 2008 7:32 PM:" This is the same guy that compared our troops to Nazis on the floor of the U.S. Senate, said then called the surge a failure before it began. Beverly Perlson, founder of the pro-troop group "The Band of Mothers,"As the mother of a soldier who has served four deployments in the war on terror and was awarded the Bronze Star, and as the founder of an organization dedicated to supporting our troops, I can say - without hesitation - that Dick Durbin's record on... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
General Colin Powell Endorses Obama for President Oct 26, 2008
It gave his awards; purple heart, bronze star, showed that he died in Iraq, gave his date of birth, date of death, that he was 20 years old and then at the very top of the headstone it didn t have a Christian cross, it didn t have a star of David, it had a crescent and a star of the Islamic faith. His name was Kareem Rahashad Sultan Kahn, and he was an American, he was born in New Jersey. (New Iberia, LA)
Local Post Office Renamed For Local Soldier Killed In Vietnam Oct 26, 2008
Covarrubias was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and Bronze Star Medal during his short tenure in the military. . (KWTX.com, TX)
Mourning a fallen soldier Oct 25, 2008
Semonite presented Fortunato's family with a Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He said the commander and soldiers in Fortunato's unit considered him "the go-to guy" in their battalion. (Boston Globe)
Albany native promoted to general Oct 25, 2008
MacFarland has earned a Legion of Merit Medal, three Bronze Star medals, six Meritorious Service medals, a Joint Service Commendation Medal, an Army Commendation Medal, five Army Achievement medals, and the Combat Action Badge. MacFarland's grandfather was the late retired Army Col. Jack MacFarland. (Albany Times Union)
Veterans health center opens in Rocky Hill Oct 25, 2008
He received the Bronze Star Medal for his overseas service and remains an active member of the Connecticut National Guard with rank of lieutenant colonel. The state of Connecticut and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs have jointly invested $42 million in federal and state funding in the state Veterans Home over the last several years, the most new funding for improvements at the facility in over six decades. (New Britain Herald, CT)
N.J. Marine earns Bronze Star Oct 25, 2008
Marine Capt. Joseph Lizarraga spent seven months in Iraq, and last weekend, he was awarded the Bronze Star for just that. Lizarraga, of Hamilton, led 85 Marines in the lethal war zone of Fallujah from September 2006 through April 2007. (NJ.com -- Times)
Costello, Dubie vie for Lt. Gov. seat Oct 25, 2008
As a Marine veteran of the Vietnam War, where he earned a Purple Heart and Bronze Star, Costello said his background in the armed forces evens the playing field. This election, the sides are very equal in terms of Vermont background and military service, which allows people to focus more on the issues and accomplishments, said Costello. (Brattleboro Reformer)
LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 2008 Oct 21, 2008
And it gave his awards Purple Heart, Bronze Star showed that he died in Iraq, gave his date of birth, date of death. He was 20 years old. (North County Times)
Colin Powell: Profile Oct 20, 2008
He served two tours of duty in Vietnam and his military decorations include a Bronze Star, a Purple Heart and the Defense Distinguished Service Medal. After serving as national security adviser to the first President Bush in the 1980s he was named as the first black chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the most senior military post. (Telegraph.co.uk)
A bond bigger than life Oct 20, 2008
Joe, awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart, enlisted in large part because of the terrorist acts of Sept. 11, 2001. He was in his second tour in Iraq when he was killed at 23. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Family to receive pilot's 150 medals Oct 18, 2008
Military service medals including the Purple Heart, Air Medal and numeral 135, Bronze Star, and Army Commendation Medal ... He served six tours in Vietnam, winning numerous awards, including four citations for the Bronze Star, five for the Army Commendation Medal, three for the Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal, two for the Valorous Unit Award, and the Air Medal for 135 missions. (Boston Globe)
Raymond Leon Balcer (10) Oct 18, 2008
Mr. Balcer, a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, received a Bronze Star Medal, a Meritorious Service Medal, and two Legion of Merit Medals. Mr. Balcer was also active in Fair Oaks Ranch City government and was the longest serving alderman on the city council. (Boerne Star, TX)
Stone offers his take on Bush Oct 18, 2008
Stone, the combat veteran who was wounded twice, earned the Bronze Star for Valor and directed Platoon, has a soft side when it comes to Bushie and Laura. George Sr. and Barbara Bush are chronicled as failed parents the father telling the son, You disappoint me, Junior, deeply disappoint me, the mom (shrewish Ellen Burstyn) discouraging him from running for governor of Texas you can't possibly win, and then he does. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
David G. Binney, 67; held leadership positions at FBI Oct 14, 2008
He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal, and Combat Infantryman Badge for "Valor Under Fire.". Mr. Binney began his FBI career in 1970. (Boston Globe)
Questionnaire: Catoosa County Board of Commissioners District 1 candidate Ken Marks Oct 10, 2008
Military Service: U.S. Army Vietnam veteran 101st Airborne Bronze star for valor Air medal. Education (high school and beyond) Years of graduation and degrees or certificates if any: Rossville High School 1969 and Walker Tech 1974. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Oct. 9 edition: Obituaries Oct 10, 2008
Mr. Lilley served in the US Army Infantry as a first lieutenant during World War II from 1943 to 1946, and was a decorated Bronze Star and Purple Heart recipient. Formerly of Tenafly, N.J. and recently living in Acton, near his family, he was a former president of the Financial Analysts Federation, vice president of the Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association, assistant treasurer of Esso International, and an investment manager for Standard Oil. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Loss of comrades weighs heavy on soldier back from Afghanistan Oct 7, 2008
They put me in for the Bronze Star, but those are the guys who really matter. More Words From War available at. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Judge Boyd C. Baird Oct 7, 2008
He was honorably discharged with a Bronze Star in 1945. He and Nancy L. Tingley married on Nov. 22, 1947. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Services for Rudolf held in Oklahoma City (557) Oct 3, 2008
He was awarded several medals posthumously, including the Bronze Star and the Oklahoma Distinguished Service Medal. His three sons and wife were given folded American flags, while the boys were also given the wings their father had worn. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Jack L. Horner Oct 3, 2008
He served his country with the Marines in Vietnam, receiving the Bronze Star for heroism. Jack married Dixie Fruit July 2, 1968 in San Diego. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Oliver North Oct 3, 2008
His awards for service in combat include the Silver Star, the Bronze Star for Valor, and two Purple Hearts for wounds in combat. Assigned to the National Security Council staff in the Reagan Administration, Colonel North was the U.S. government's counter-terrorism coordinator from 1983-1986. (Townhall.com)
Soldiers recall Lt. Col. Wiley's friendship, love of family (1338) Oct 3, 2008
Oregon Army National Guard Capt. Chris Clyne awarded Wiley the Bronze Star, Combat Action, Afghanistan Campaign and Global War on Terrorism Service medals. He also presented the family with a Gold Star Lapel Button as a symbol of the familys loss. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
DEATHS FOR SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2008 (917) Oct 3, 2008
His military service awards included: Silver Star Medal; Bronze Star; Purple Heart; Master Parachute Badge; Pathfinder Badge; Ranger Tab; Air Medal; Army Commendation Medal; Korean Service Medal, 1950-51; and Vietnam Service Medal, 1963-70. He was a graduate of Command and General Staff College, Samford University, and Birmingham School of Law with a juris doctor. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Hudson-born accident victim dies Oct 3, 2008
Items included a certificate of appreciation from the U.S. Army and a Bronze Star. Gotham, who had lived at Liberty Hill since 1989, and Trotta were friends for years and often watched television together. (Hudson Sun, MA)
