Vietnam Vet receives Silver Star 40 years late

Veteran Receives Medals After 40 Years
Updated: Sunday, 13 Feb 2011, 5:42 PM MST
Published : Sunday, 13 Feb 2011, 5:42 PM MST

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. - From the War Room -- the Army honors several soldiers in Scottsdale on Sunday, one of whom has been waiting more than 40 years for several medals from the Vietnam War.

Luis Molinar accepted awards for his bravery in Vietnam.

“I’m a little overwhelmed. I’m emotional and happy this is happening,” Molinar said.

It was a recognition that had been long overdue.

“To me, this is a closure, a closure of many years in the military and being shot down twice and receiving these awards and recognition,” Molinar said.

On Sunday, Molinar received his Purple Hearts and Silver Star.

“It was a matter of time. I knew this would come, but I wasn't expecting it,” he said.

A pilot during the Vietnam War, Molinar is credited with getting his helicopter back in the air after it was shot down.
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Veteran Receives Medals After 40 Years