Gulf War Shadow Box Ideas By the end of their military career, any Gulf War veteran will likely have amassed a collection of medals, ribbons, badges, and other items that stand as symbols of their dedication to their country and the sacrifices they made to protect it. These amazing pieces of that veteran’s story sadly […]
Veterans Day: The Whole History
How America Honors its Servicemen & Women Veterans Day America honors its veterans in very unique ways. From parades and gravestone ceremonies of Memorial Day to the Purple Heart and numerous medals & award ceremonies, American citizens of all stripes and stature stand and recognize the sacrifices so often given by their fellow citizens upon […]
Vietnam Shadow Box Ideas For Veterans
One of the best ways for people to honor the Vietnam veterans in their families is to create a shadow box that can display all the ribbons, medals, and memories they brought home with them. Whether you’re gifting or displaying it to commemorate a veteran loved one who has passed, shadow boxes are perfect for […]
The Wound That Becomes An Award
A wound is something a soldier carries with them forever. It’s a mark made indefinitely on their memory as well as their own body. It’s a constant reminder of their sacrifices as well as the unique situations they experienced in combat. With the wounds of war being so impactful it’s no wonder that the Purple […]
MOA Veteran Community Story Highlight: Dr. Albert H.
My Vietnam Story by Albert A. Hernandez I graduated from Jefferson High in El Paso in May 1965. After graduation, I visited my grandparents in Casas Grandes, Mexico. I was having a great time until my mother sent a telegraph telling me to get home as soon as possible. When I got home, there […]
