All articles tagged with #congressional gold medal
Women who served as the inspiration for "Rosie the Riveter" during World War II were honored at the U.S. Capitol with the Congressional Gold Medal, recognizing their significant contributions to the war effort as they filled jobs in factories and shipyards while men were at war. Mae Krier, a former riveter, expressed pride in their patriotic service and the impact they had in helping to save the country and the world.
Rosie the Riveters, the women who joined the U.S. defense work force during World War II, were honored at the Capitol with the Congressional Gold Medal, recognizing their crucial role in easing a labor shortage and reshaping the work force. Marian Sousa, now 98, was among the Rosies who received the medal, expressing surprise at the recognition, as they had simply been doing their job for the country and earning money on the side.
The Ghost Army, a group of American military units that used inflatable tanks, radio trickery, costume uniforms, and acting to deceive the enemy during World War II, was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal at a ceremony in Washington. Their innovative techniques, which contributed to the liberation of a continent, are still used on the battlefield today. The group's mission was kept secret for decades, and the award comes after almost a decade of work by family members of the soldiers and filmmaker Rick Beyer. The Ghost Army's work is estimated to have saved between 15,000 to 30,000 lives, and the ceremony was attended by three of the seven known surviving members.
The 'Ghost Army' veterans, a secretive US Army unit, were honored with the Congressional Gold Medal 80 years after their special effects efforts saved lives during World War Two. The group's creative contributions to the war were highlighted, as surviving veterans and their families shared their stories.
Bernie Bluestein, one of only seven surviving members of the secret World War II "Ghost Army," was honored with a Congressional Gold Medal. The unit, which carried out psychological operations against the Axis powers, played a crucial role in deceiving the Germans and saving the lives of about 30,000 soldiers by creating fake military units and equipment to divert enemy attention. Bluestein, now 100 years old, shared his experiences as a private first class in the 603rd Camouflage Engineer Battalion, highlighting the impact of their strategic deceptions during the war.
The "Ghost Army," a secretive WWII unit that used deception to save American lives, was finally honored with the Congressional Gold Medal after decades of secrecy. The unit's members, who used inflatable tanks, fake uniforms, and special effects to mislead German forces, received public recognition for their contributions, which remained classified for many years. The award specifically honors the 23d Headquarters Special Troops and its sister unit, the 3133 Signal Co. Special, for their deception missions in Europe. The surviving members, now in their 90s and 100s, were present at the U.S. Capitol to accept the award, surrounded by military and congressional leaders, marking a long-awaited moment of appreciation for their heroic efforts.
The American military units known as the Ghost Army, who used inflatable tanks, trucks, and planes along with sound effects and acting to deceive the enemy during World War II, are being honored with the Congressional Gold Medal. Three surviving members, including 100-year-old Seymour Nussenbaum, are set to attend the ceremony at the U.S. Capitol. The Ghost Army's missions likely saved thousands of American lives and their story was brought to light by filmmaker Rick Beyer after their mission was declassified in 1996.
The Ghost Army, a secretive American military unit from World War II known for using inflatable tanks, trucks, and planes, as well as sound effects and radio trickery to outwit the enemy, will receive the Congressional Gold Medal, Congress' highest honor, in recognition of their remarkable contributions. The legislation to honor the Ghost Army with the medal was signed into law by President Biden in 2022, and three of the seven known surviving members are set to attend the ceremony at the U.S. Capitol. The unit's mission was declassified in 1996, and their battlefield deceptions in France, Luxembourg, Belgium, Germany, and Italy likely saved thousands of American lives.
The Ghost Army, a secretive World War II military unit known for using inflatable tanks and sound effects to deceive the enemy, will be awarded the Congressional Gold Medal. The unit's missions, previously classified, are now recognized for their ingenuity and impact on the battlefield. The award ceremony will be attended by surviving members and family, honoring their significant contributions to the war effort.
Larry Doby, the second Black player to break baseball's color barrier in 1947, was posthumously awarded the Congressional Gold Medal on what would have been his 100th birthday. Doby, who led Cleveland to a World Series championship in 1948, endured discrimination and became a trailblazer in the sport. The honor recognizes his contributions to baseball and society as a pioneer and role model.
Billie Jean King, the tennis Hall of Famer and activist, is set to be nominated for the Congressional Gold Medal, becoming the first female individual athlete to receive the honor. Three U.S. senators will introduce a bill to award King the medal, recognizing her role as a driving force behind the creation of the women's pro tour and equal prize money for men and women. King's victory in the historic "Battle of the Sexes" match against Bobby Riggs 50 years ago was a milestone moment for women's equality in sports and beyond.
Lee Vernon Newby Jr., one of the first Black Marines and a 100-year-old veteran, has been denied the honor of a Purple Heart by the US Navy. Newby is also a recipient of the Congressional Gold Medal. The Navy's decision has been met with disappointment by Newby and his family.