On Monday, June 16^th, Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) presented more than 16 medals and awards to Adkins veteran, Arthur Wildberger.  Mr. Wildberger served more than 23 years in the United States Navy during the Vietnam era and was attached to the 3^rd Marine Division during the Desert Storm Operation. 

“Mr. Art Wildberger is a true example of American patriotism,” said Congressman Cuellar.  “Mr. Wildberger contacted my office to inquire about medals and ribbons he did not receive when he retired.  After following up with the Department of the Navy, the staff in my San Antonio district office were able to procure the awards Mr. Wildberger deserves.  It gives me great honor to present these medals, ribbons, stars, and pin to Mr. Wildberger. His valiant service to our country has not gone unnoticed and his bravery while fighting for our freedom is being recognized today.”  

Rep. Cuellar presented 16 medals and awards to Adkins veteran, Arthur Wildberger, who served during the Vietnam era and during the Desert Storm Operation.

Mr. Wildberger received 16 awards in total. They include: 

·         Navy and Marine Corps Medal

·         Navy Commendation Medal with four gold star appurtenances

·         Navy Achievement Medal

·         Navy Good Conduct Medal with two bronze star appurtenances

·         National Defense Service Medal with bronze star appurtenance

·         Southwest Asia Service

·         Medal with three bronze star appurtenances

·         Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal

·         Navy Expeditionary Medal

·         Navy Unit Commendation Ribbon with bronze star appurtenance

·         Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon

·         Navy “E” Ribbon with wreathed “E”

·         Humanitarian Service Medal with bronze star appurtenance

·         Kuwait Liberation Medal (from Kuwait)

·         Kuwait Liberation Medal (from Saudi Arabia)

·         Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with one silver and four bronze star appurtenances

·         Retirement Lapel Pin