King Honors Vietnam War Veterans Phillip Gregg and Richard Plueger

Washington, DC – Congressman Steve King released the following statement today after presenting two Vietnam War Veterans, Phillip Gregg and Richard Plueger, with medals they had not formally been presented after their service in the Navy. Gregg now resides in Lawton and Plueger in Sioux City, Iowa.

Congressman King presents awards to Phillip Gregg (left) and Richard Plueger (right).

"It was a great honor to present medals to Veterans Phillip Gregg and Richard Plueger today," said King. "These men, and many others like them, put their lives on the line for our country and therefore we owe them our deepest respect. Obtaining the awards for these two admirable soldiers is a small way to show my gratitude for their service."

Veteran Phillip Gregg was awarded the following medals:
Navy Good Conduct Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Vietnam Service Medal with two Bronze Star Attachments
Combat Action Ribbon
Vietnam Campaign Medal with 1960 Device

Veteran Richard Plueger was awarded the following medals:
National Defense Service Medals
Vietnam Service Medal with three Bronze Service Stars
Vietnam Campaign Medal with 1960 Device
Republican of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation (Gallantry Cross w/Palm and Frame)
       *Foreign award earned but no longer available from U.S. Navy
Navy Unit Commendation Ribbon