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 […]
Army Good Conduct Medal Knots
For over 80 years, the United States military has awarded soldiers who display “exemplary conduct, efficiency, and fidelity” with the Good Conduct Medal. When soldiers have earned more than one Good Conduct Medal, they can display those multiple bestowals with an Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) knot. Various Army Good Conduct Medal knots are awarded […]
MOA Veteran Community Story Highlight: John B.
Seeing this (M1A1 Abrams) tank brought back many memories. I was platoon leader of four M42 dusters in Viet Nam 1967-68. Second field force. Our mission was security for fire bases and securing perimeters and running convoys on highway one to Cu Chi,and Tay Ninh. and Ben Luc Each duster had two 40 mm. guns […]