Rep. Marc Veasey Restores Medals for Fort Worth Veteran
Staff Sergeant Philip Quintin, Vietnam Veteran, presented with Purple Heart and other medals at the Congressman’s Fort Worth District Office
Washington, D.C. – On Friday, May 23rd, Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, presented Staff Sgt. Phillip Quintin, of Fort Worth, with a Purple Heart and other medals for his service in the U. S. Army, during the Vietnam War, and his service in the U. S. Air Force. Veasey's office helped Staff Sgt. Quintin obtain his medals by contacting the appropriate federal agencies, when Staff Sgt. Quintin had previously run into roadblocks.
Fort Worth--- Congressman Veasey presenting Staff Sgt. Quintin with his replacement Purple Heart and other medals at Congressman Veasey's Fort Worth District Office. (May 23, 2014)
"The world is safer because of the courage of veterans like Staff Sgt. Quintin," Veasey said. "They have sacrificed greatly and we owe each our gratitude. For his courage and service, Mr. Quintin earned these medals."
Earlier this month, the U.S. House of Representatives considered the annual national defense bill (NDAA) to ensure Congress keeps faith with veterans, troops, and their families. "As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, I joined colleagues from both sides of the aisle in support of this bill," Veasey said. "I will continue to honor the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and make sure that they have the resources that they need."
Metroplex veterans and the family members of deceased veterans may request military records and medals by contacting Congressman Veasey's Fort Worth Office at 817-920-9086 or by visiting the Congressman's official website at: /resources/veterans-resources.