His medal group consists of the Military Medal; 1939-45 Star; France and Germany Star; Defence and War Medals 1939-45; General Service 1962-2007; Army Long Service Medal.

West Palm Beach centenarian Franklin Simon, who celebrated his 100th birthday in June, served heroically in Europe during World War II.

The valor of three World War II heroes, all recognized with the Medal of Honor, should be remembered as America reflects on its role in the world.

More World War II veteran ... tree of medals and awards: three Purple Hearts; a Silver Star; two Bronze Stars; numerous battle combat stars; the French Croix de Guerre with Palm; France's highest ...

Yuen Hop was considered missing in action for 80 years when his plane was shot down over Germany ... Medal, European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with two Bronze Service Stars, World War ...

This 800-square-mile area was the last part of France ... World War II and became a movie star. Murphy’s postwar life was in sharp contrast to that of the Third Division soldier who earned the ...