Brighton Vietnam Veteran to Receive Bronze Medal Brighton Vietnam Veteran to Receive Bronze Medal

3/14/14 - A local Vietnam War Veteran will be commended for his bravery and service during a ceremony Monday. Congressman Mike Rogers will present the Bronze Star Medal to U.S. Army Private First Class Andrew J. Kach of Brighton for services rendered during the Vietnam War. His unit came under heavy mortar attack on August 28th, 1969, to which he responded by engaging the enemy and redirecting their attack. The citation reads that PFC Kach “continued to man his guard position until sunrise even though wounded and in severe pain” and that his actions were “in keeping with the proud traditions of the military and reflect great credit upon himself.” The ceremony begins at 2pm Monday at the American Spirit Centre on Grand River in Brighton. (JM)