Graves Presents Service Medals to WWII Veteran's Family
August 28, 2025
KANSAS CITY, MO — Congressman Sam Graves (MO-06) presented military service medals that he was able to recover to the family of a Northwest Missouri veteran. Graves presented medals to the family of William Edgar Taul for his role in WWII. Mr. Taul served in the US Army, beginning in 1944. His military service records were lost in a fire at the National Personnel Records Center in St. Louis in 1973. However, Graves was able to obtain several medals for his service.
“I’m grateful for all of our veterans in North Missouri," said Graves. “It’s an honor to be able to present these medals to Mr. Taul’s family so they can always remember his service to our nation."
Congressman Graves presented the Bronze Star Medal, the World War II Victory Medal, the Combat Infantry Badge 1st Award, and the Honorable Service Lapel Button WWII to Taul’s family members including his grandson, Ryan Wright, his daughter Peggy Boulware, and his son in law Barry Boulware.
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(Pictured left to right, Barry Boulware, Ryan Wright, Congressman Graves, Peggy Boulware)
Veterans or their family members are encouraged to reach out to Graves' office if they are trying to obtain service medals that they earned. Graves office is also able to assist if there is an issue accessing Veterans Affairs benefits. Anyone in need of assistance can call 816-792-3976.
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