Forgotten Heroes Campaign

03/28/2022

03/28/2022

Another event this weekend at American Legion Post 1. The Forgotten Heroes Campaign staff were active again with two presentations supported by BG David Warner. The two celebrants were Bill Christian, U.S. Air Force, Sergeant E-4 (Vietnam era) and Ricky Lott , U.S. Marine Corps & U.S. Army , Staff Sergeant (Operation Desert Storm).

It was a great way to start the day by honoring our vets. Thanks to the families and friends in attendance.

02/28/2022

Brigadier General David Warner, USAF, opening statement at February 26, 2022 Forgotten Heroes Campaign ceremony for Jerome Edward Springs, U.S. Army; Gustine Ross, U.S. Army; and John Edward Armijo, U.S. Army & Air Force.

Pay close attention to the last part of his open comments as he answer a question on the American flag.

02/27/2022

February 26, 2022 Forgotten Heroes Campaign Ceremony honored Jerome Edward Springs, US Army, PFC-E3 (Vietnam); Gustine Ross US Army, Specialist-E4(Desert Storm/Desert Shield) and John Edward Armijo, US Army & Air Force -Staff SGT. (Vietnam).

Jerome Edward Springs was presented with National Defense Service Medal & Ribbon, Vietnam Campaign Medal & Ribbon, Vietnam Campaign Medal & Ribbon, and the Sharpshooter Badge.

Gustine Ross was presented with Bronze Star Medal & Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal & Ribbon, Southwest Asia Service Medal & Ribbon, Saudi Arabia Kuwait Liberation Medal & Ribbon, Kuwait Liberation Medal & Ribbon, and Army Service Ribbon.

John Edward Armijo was presented with the Army Good Conduct Medal & Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal & Ribbon, Korea Defense Service Medal & Ribbon, Armed Forces Expeditionary Service Medal & Ribbon , Expert Badge , and 7 additional Ribbons.

02/24/2022

Getting ready for February 26,2022 ceremony this Saturday. There will be three veterans honored representing Army and Airforce at American Legion Post 1.

02/09/2022

Forgotten Heroes Campaign onsite at VA Wednesday, FEB 9 and Thursday, Feb 10 prospecting for Veterans who want to get their medals and ribbons.

01/26/2022

January 22, 2022 Forgotten Heroes Campaign Ceremony honoring William Chris Howard, US Army & Air Force, Specialist 5, Vietnam War and Lawrence(Larry) Pacheco, US Army, Sergeant, Vietnam War.

William Chris Howard was presented with the Army Good Conduct Medal & Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal & Ribbon, and the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal & Ribbon.

Lawrence(Larry) Pacheco was presented with the Bronze Star Medal & Ribbon, Army Commendation Medal & Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal & Ribbon, Vietnam Service Medal & Ribbon, Vietnam Campaign Medal & Ribbon, and the Army Sharpshooter Weapons Qualification Badge.