Defense

Cyber medal draws controversy

Veterans groups and lawmakers are saying the military's new medal for cyber warriors should get a demotion so it doesn't outrank such revered honors as the B...

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February 28, 2013 10:52 am

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Veterans groups and lawmakers are saying the military’s new medal for cyber warriors should get a demotion so it doesn’t outrank such revered honors as the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. The Distinguished Warfare Medal was announced two weeks ago. It’s a sign of the changing nature of war, and the increasingly important role played by attacks conducted remotely.