Atlantic County Executive Dennis Levinson has proposed that the Atlantic County Veterans Cemetery be renamed the Richard E. Squires Veterans Cemetery in honor of his predecessor, former Atlantic County Executive Dick Squires. Squires was a Korean War veteran who served on the USS Wisconsin and played a pivotal role in the establishment of the cemetery. Levinson stated that the renaming is a fitting tribute to Squires, who dedicated his life to supporting veterans.
Korean War veteran Earl Meyer, 96, will finally receive his Purple Heart medal, 73 years after being wounded in combat. The Army reversed its previous decision after a campaign by Meyer’s daughters and attorney, and support from Senator Amy Klobuchar. Despite the passage of time and lack of documentation, the Army now recognizes Meyer’s valiant service.
Earl Meyer, a 96-year-old Korean War veteran from Minnesota, will finally receive his Purple Heart medal, 73 years after he was wounded in combat. The decision came after a campaign by his daughters and attorney, with support from U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota. The Army had initially denied Meyer’s applications due to insufficient documentation, but a review board recently concluded that new evidence establishes beyond reasonable doubt that he was wounded in action. Meyer’s case highlights the challenges wounded veterans face in obtaining medals they have earned, especially when time and the absence of records make it difficult to produce proof.
