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Article: AMERICA SUPPORTS YOU: SILVER STAR FAMILIES HONOR CAREGIVERS
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- US Fed News Service, Including US State News
- Article date:
- June 13, 2008
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The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release:
For the last few years, a group has fought to have wounded servicemembers recognized with a Silver Star banner for servicemembers wounded in combat, much like a Blue Star banner displayed by those with a loved one deployed on the front lines.
Now, Silver Star Families of America has extended its program to honor the medics who treat those wounded on the battlefield with a certificate of appreciation.
"This is a new program for us, but we believe that it is in keeping with our mission to remember and honor our wounded," said Janie Orman, the organization's president. "Those who place ...