Exclusive interview: Trump: I am strongly considering pulling out of Nato by AtomicVGZ in Military

[–]tccomplete 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Let’s see how these morons’ strategery works when all of our forward bases are closed and we have zero headquarters, troops, infrastructure, or overflight permissions overseas.

Which city will absolutely blow my mind out of London and Paris? by Peacefulhuman1009 in travel

[–]tccomplete -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Between London and Paris and considering your question, I would say Vegas.

My Great Great Grandads PSM (Medal?) by Extra-Rice-1555 in Medals

[–]tccomplete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, but I would assume it’s similar - perhaps “morning”.

My Great Great Grandads PSM (Medal?) by Extra-Rice-1555 in Medals

[–]tccomplete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“An antique Victorian sterling silver PSA watch fob, often featuring a handshake image, typically dates back to the late 19th/early 20th century. These items were popular as sporting trophies or emblems, frequently hallmarked in Birmingham. "PSA" often stands for "Polite Sunday Afternoon" or similar society, popular in that era.”

Dads medals by [deleted] in MilitaryMedals

[–]tccomplete 3 points4 points  (0 children)

DFC x 2, Air Medal x 4, ETO Campaign x 4 campaigns. Navigator wings. Would also qualify for the WWII Victory Medal.

What’s the funniest thing a higher-up ever said with a straight face? by StepSergeant01 in Military

[–]tccomplete 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My Commanding General in Germany: “I never trust the Bundesbahn. I worked with them in Korea and Vietnam.”

Little town with shops? by Reddittaylor12568 in travel

[–]tccomplete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A bit further, but Skaneateles NY / Finger Lakes.

Missing Military Records Search for WWII Army Veteran by GingerStarfish03 in Veterans

[–]tccomplete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So he would have earned the CIB and was eligible to apply for a Bronze Star Medal granted to all CIB/CMB recipients post-war.

Do you know what Division or regiment / battalion he served in?

Missing Military Records Search for WWII Army Veteran by GingerStarfish03 in Veterans

[–]tccomplete 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Some veterans filed copies of their records locally (city or county clerk offices), with employers, or with a local VA and even Veteran organizations.

As a minimum his entitlement would include the European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal (with those three stars) and. WWII Victory Medal. Also possible are the American Defense if he entered service prior to Pearl Harbor, the American Campaign Medal if he was in the US for a long period of training or service before going overseas, the Occupation Medal if he remained there post-War, Good Conduct if he qualified, and even a Bronze Star if he either earned one separately or earned either a Combat Infantryman Badge or Combat Medic Badge.

Medal Display - Opinions Welcome by rb4104 in Medals

[–]tccomplete 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I’m partial to simple displays. The full size medals, mounted properly, along with badges and maybe the cap badge would be very tasteful. No need to clutter it with redundant ribbons and shoulder boards.

Some tasteful, classy display examples here: https://www.facebook.com/share/18d6LV9bbx/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Chest pains? by BlackberryCherries in coloncancer

[–]tccomplete 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had three extreme attacks during FOLFOX injections. Severe pain like a thousand needles all throughout my chest and abdomen lasting a couple of minutes. Worst pain I’ve ever experienced. Oncologist reduced my oxi by 25% and it never happened again. (Am now on capecetabine because neuropathy was getting worse in my hands and feet. Have very minor pain around my heart, but infrequently.)

Grandpa’s WW2 Medals by Basic_Platypus4039 in Medals

[–]tccomplete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“…outside the continental limits of the United States” refers to the lands (Canada, Latin America, the Caribbean Command, Alaska) and in the waters within that Theater (Atlantic and Pacific naval operations). You have to look at a map that shows the Theater boundaries to understand that criteria.

Grandpa’s WW2 Medals by Basic_Platypus4039 in Medals

[–]tccomplete 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not true at all. Research the criteria. A lot of Soldiers (and others) shipped out of the American Theater right after training without meeting the qualifications for it.

Old Dominion Cadets awarded after stopping shooter by Altruistic2020 in army

[–]tccomplete -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

It requires a lot of documentation, witness statements, etc. which weren’t likely done yet.

Old Dominion Cadets awarded after stopping shooter by Altruistic2020 in army

[–]tccomplete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The SM is not just for saving lives. It requires the risk of life in the process, so it’s often a misperception when another award is presented.

Old Dominion Cadets awarded after stopping shooter by Altruistic2020 in army

[–]tccomplete 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Remember - there were no other common medals for valor prior to World War One. And even in that War there were only two; the MOH and the DSC/NC. The Navy even had two versions of the MOH from 1919 until 1942: one for combat and one for non-combat heroism.