Dale Dye says ‘decoration inflation’ turns medals into participation trophies
A retired Marine Corps officer has expressed concerns about the value of military medals. He is a Vietnam veteran with a notable career in Hollywood. The officer's comments were made in a blog post, where he described a conversation with a young airman.
The airman had several ribbons on his uniform, but was unclear about what each one represented. The officer recognized one medal, but the others were unfamiliar. Further details about the officer's comments and concerns are available from the original source.
The officer's perspective is notable, given his experience and background in the military and entertainment industry.
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