Viral Photo Sums Up Military's Feeling About Drone Medals -- Business Insider
There's been a near unanimous outcry from the military "underground" since the Pentagon announced new medals for drone pilots.
In particular, servicemembers find it unjustifiable that the medal would fall higher than a Bronze Star for Valor, which requires actual courage in the face of the enemy.
Surfacing just hours after the announcement on The Duffel Blog facebook page, somebody with Photoshop skills put together an image of an XBox controller hanging below Bronze Star colors. The image is both a play on the new medal, as well as a shout out to the Bronze Star with Valor distinguishing device.
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My Comment: They may laugh now .... but as technology improves and drones get more effective and lethal .... there will be a point where many in the military will appreciate having drones circling above them when they are on missions and/or engaged with the enemy .... and will give them the recognition and medals that they deserve.
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