The US Military for 45 years fought to contain Communism and keep the world free, from Sept. 1945 to Dec. 1991, and we won.
Many lives were lost in this struggle some in missions that are still secret today.
Planes shot from the sky, ships attacked-USS Pueblo was captured and still held by North Korea.
Yet, America's Longest War goes unrecognized. No medal or ribbon has ever been issued to honor these brave men and women.
It is time to now say Thank You
We the undersigned Petition the Obama administration to: Authorize and issue a Cold War Service Medal for all who served in the military during the Cold War.
We feel a Cold War Service Medal should be issued to all who served in the military during the Cold War.
The American Cold War Veterans have long fought for recognition, respect; and equal treatment for all veterans. We have had past support in Congress, but have yet to see it come to fruition.
Many lives were lost during this struggle to contain Communism and keep the world free, on missions that still remain secret.
Brave and dedicated men and women who served with honor and distinction, have yet to be recognized.
Let our country now say Thank You Veterans. 2011 is the 20th anniversary of the end of the Cold War, it is time to issue a Cold War Medal.
President Obama, at least twice, said that a Cold War Victory Medal should be issued. Please use an Executive Order if necessary.
