A Wisconsin congressman wants to honor a group of people who fought alongside the United States during the Vietnam War.
Sixth District Congressman Glenn Grothman has introduced the Hmong Congressional Gold Medal Act, which would create a Congressional Gold Medal for the Hmong people in recognition of their “extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and loyalty to the United States during the war.”
The Glenbeulah Republican says the Hmong people’s story of their courage and sacrifice has “been underreported for far too long and should never be forgotten. Awarding the Congressional Gold Medal is a fitting tribute to the Hmong veterans and families who answered America’s call and to the generations of Hmong Americans who continue to strengthen our communities through their dedication, patriotism, and commitment to family.”
During the Vietnam War, more than 30,000 Hmong soldiers fought alongside American forces against the Viet Cong and the North Vietnamese Army.
Rep. Grothman says they gathered critical intelligence, disrupted enemy operations, defended strategic positions, and rescued downed American Pilots, saving countless American lives.
Tens of thousands of Hmong people fled to the United States after the United States left Vietnam.
More information about the Hmong Congressional Gold Medal Act can be found at grothman.house.gov.
