FLEMINGTON, NJ – On Friday, August 13, 2010, Congressman Leonard Lance (NJ-07) held a special ceremony at the home of Flemington resident Peter Mina for his service during World War II.   Mina served in the United States Navy from 1943 to 1946.  

During the event, Lance presented Mina with the Philippine Liberation Medal and Unit Citation medals.  The Philippine Liberation Medal was awarded by the Philippine government to U.S. service members for their participation in World War II.

If you, or someone you know, needs assistance in obtaining lost, stolen or never before issued military service medals, please call Brad Myhre in Lance’s Flemington office at 908-788-6900 for more assistance.

[IN THE PHOTO:  Congressman Leonard Lance (NJ-07) presents Peter Mina of Flemington overdue service medals that Mina earned for his service in the United States Navy during World War II. ]

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