Six of Shemin’s comrades then wrote him up for second best, the Distinguished Service Cross, which he received on Dec. 19, 1919. Shemin’s comment on the matter was: “War is not about medals.

He shot down eight enemy aircraft at the height of one of the most pivotal events of the Second World War - when the fate of these isles of ours hung in the balance. 'These medals are one of the ...

SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — The family of late World War II veteran Edward Motz is getting his medals and accolades that he deserves for his efforts during the war. The Sioux City veteran received ...

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Dakota Meyer, a Marine who was awarded the Medal of Honor for heroism in the Afghanistan War, is reenlisting in the the military and will serve in the Marine Reserves ...

Thirteen firefighters who have provided 260 years of service between them have received the King's long service and good conduct medals. A special ceremony at Blenheim Palace on April 3 also saw ...

The moment Major James Earl's medals were returned to his son David (l) A Cornish antique dealer has handed over a set of World War Two medals ... He said: "Most service medals do not have a ...

Antiques Roadshow fans were left gobsmacked when the astonishing value of a set of war ... medals." Article continues below Smith disclosed that the photos featured admirals holding the Naval ...

Falkland Islands veterans who arrived to 'clean up' after the war ended have finally been given their campaign medals ... long-awaited review found they should have been recognized for their ...

SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - The family of a Sioux City veteran was given medals and accolades for his service during World War II ... “This recognition was a long time coming and honors the commitment ...