Vietnam War

"Let us take this opportunity to open our hearts to those who serve, particularly the diminishing number of former POWs."

James C. Melton was awarded the Bronze Star Medal in 1969, but he was never formally presented his medal until July 18.

Arizona Sen. John McCain, a war hero who survived five years as a prisoner of war in Vietnam, died Saturday. He was 81.

Congress has yet to fund the VA Mission Act, which expands caregiver assistance to disabled Vietnam War veterans.

An Indochinese tiger helped to keep the enemy at bay during a fierce 1966 firefight in Vietnam.

The bill has overwhelming bipartisan support in both the House and Senate.

A retired sergeant major credited with saving scores of troops during a Vietnam War's battle will receive the Medal of Honor.

In a rare move, Congress waived the time limit for the Medal of Honor recommendation.

Col. Peter Stewart, an F-4C Phantom II pilot, was shot down and declared missing in action in March of 1966.

Retired Capt. Johnny Blye received the Distinguished Flying Cross May 5.