Did US Veteran Jacob Rivas Sell His Medals to Buy Groceries?

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According to the tale, Rivas visited a local supermarket and “was shocked to see the prices of the items had increased.” So, the veteran visited an antique store where he sold his medals, including a Medal of Honor, for a mere $250.

When a 93-year-old war veteran had no money to buy groceries, he sold his prestigious medals, unaware of what he was actually giving away. The next day, he woke up to a loud military band playing outside his house.

The story ends with Simpson showing up the next morning to Rivas’ house with a military band to honor his years of service. Simpson also returns the medals to the veteran, telling him they reminded him of his late grandfather.

 

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Even as false, the fact this story is believable certainly says a lot about the 'richest country in the world'

Good it’s not true but if it was, what would’ve been more helpful than playing song in his yard would be FOOD. This is one of those stories that’s supposed to be patriotic and heartwarming but is actually super shitty.

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