A former sales manager at Texas Pride Construction, Carson Willingham, works at Cowboy Stone, LLC in the same capacity. Having served in the United States Armed Forces, Carson Willingham obtained the National Defense Service Medal.
One of the oldest service medals of the United States Armed Forces, the National Defense Service Medal was established by President Dwight D. Eisenhower on April 22, 1953. Members who have honorably served at a time of national crisis or war are eligible to receive the service medals. Moreover, active military members may be eligible for the honor based on the discretion of the Secretary of Defense.
In appearance, the National Defense Service Medal is one-time quarter inches in diameter and made of bronze material. An eagle with reversed wings settled on a sword and palm branch appears below the words “National Defense” on the medal's front side. At the middle of the opposite surface is a shield of the United States' Coat of Arms. The award has a ribbon of one-three eighth inches wide with eleven stripes comprising four colors: yellow, white, scarlet, and blue.
The symbol of honor holds various meanings. The American bald eagle displayed on the medal represents the United States, the sword signifies armed strength, while the palm indicates triumph. The shield is of the United States' Coat of Arms, and it implies authority. Moreover, the oak symbolizes bravery and strength, while the laurel indicates accomplishment and honor.
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