Links of Interests for Memorializing Your Beloved Veteran
The following list of links to websites provide you with memorial resources, such as the official White House Commission for Remembrance of Veterans, The Veterans History Project (which gaves you historial information on the experiences of our veterans), multiple links to understand the significance of federal service awards and ribbons, and links to information on our current fallen solders in Afghanistan and Iraq.
The White House Commission on Remembrance, established by Congress, honors America’s fallen and recognizes those who have served and those who continue to serve our country. Its purpose is to promote the values of Memorial Day by acts of remembrance throughout the year and to encourage Americans to demonstrate their gratitude by giving back to our Nation.
This exhibition consists of original materials and oral histories drawn from the Veterans History Project collections at the Library of Congress. With an emphasis on World War I (1914-1918), World War II (1939-1945), the Korean War (1950-1953), the Vietnam War (1965-1975), and the Persian Gulf War (1991), the Veterans History Project, by act of Congress, collects and preserves the experiences of America's war veterans and those who supported them.
Guide to significance and history of federal military ribbon awards, including detailed information on Department of Defense, Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard Unit and Individual Awards.
Guide to significance and history of federal military decorations,including detailed information on the Medal of Honor, Department of Defense, Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard Decorations.
Guide to significance and history of campaign and service medals, including detailed information service medals for World War II, Vietnam, Korea, and Southwest Asia.
