O’Halleran Presents Medals to First District Veteran Families

FLAGSTAFF - This week, Congressman Tom O'Halleran (AZ-01) presented the families of WWII veterans Louis Jackson and James Van Emery with medals and military honors earned during their service.

The medals and awards presented were secured following efforts by O'Halleran's Veteran and Military Services staff to procure accurate military records for both Mr. Jackson and Mr. Van Emery. O'Halleran's staff was able to resolve issues with the National Personnel Records Center for the families, ensuring both families received all awards earned by their fathers during their service.

O'Halleran Presents Phillis Stone and Shirlee Blount with their fathers' military awards

"World War II veterans like Mr. Jackson and Mr. Van Emery represent the very best of us," said O'Halleran. "I was humbled to have the opportunity to present their families with the medals and awards these brave men earned and learn more about their service to our country. I am proud to have a dedicated team of staff working to ensure veterans and their families receive the recognition and honor they have earned."

Louis Jackson served in the United States Army and was awarded a Bronze Star Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal and Bronze Star Attachment, World War II Victory Medal, Combat Infantry Badge 1st Award, Philippine Liberation Medal and Bronze Star Attachment, Philippine Independence Ribbon and Bronze Star Attachment, and Honorable Service Lapel Button.

James Emery served in the United States Army Air Corps and was awarded a Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Medal, American Campaign Medal, Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal and Silver Star Attachment, World War II Victory Medal, Philippine Liberation Medal with Bronze Star Attachment, Philippine Independence Ribbon, and Honorable Service Lapel Button.

Veterans and First District families in need of assistance with issues they may be having with federal agencies can visit O'Halleran's website and click the "Help with a Federal Agency " page.

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