From Lincoln, Nebraska
For their
courageous service, five veterans were presented with Quilts of Valor
at the Veterans Center on Saturday, April 12, 2014.
MSG (Ret)
USAR Ed S., served with the Army's ASA Battalion and was stationed in
Thailand during the Vietnam War. Upon leaving the station, he received
the Meritorious Service Medal. He retired after completing a total of 27
½ years of service; 3 active and 24 ½ reserves.
US Navy, Rear Admiral (Ret) Jim
T., has served in several operational carrier squadrons and various
related assignments as he progressed from ensign to rear admiral during a
thirty-three year career. Military awards include the Legion of Merit
(5), Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal (4), Navy Commendation Medal
with Combat V (4), South Vietnamese Air Gallantry Cross and Presidential
Unit Citation.
Larry B., Served with 101st Airborne Bravo Company 2nd/502nd
Infantry. He has received numerous medals including: Combat Infantry
Badge, Vietnam Campaign Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army
Commendation Medal, and the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry.
John Hansen served in Vietnam with D Co, 1st Bn, 7th Cavalry, 1st
Cav Div. Although wounded himself, he announced his acceptance of the
QOV was in memory of two of his fellow soldiers, David and Luis, that
were killed in action.
Ron S.,
went to Vietnam in January of 1967 as a 19 yr old and spent 1 year
in-country. He said, "I am very proud of my service in the Army, and
consider myself very lucky. I enjoy doing volunteer work at the VA.I
don't really think that I am deserving of one of the beautiful quilts
that the ladies make."
We are so proud of these men and honored to connect with the Veterans Center so that we can wrap our vets with hugs and a QOV! They deserve a standing ovation for their courage and service.
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