1979 Erebus Disaster
American helpers still waiting for Erebus medals
A former United States Navy photographer is upset that none of the US personnel in Antarctica who helped in recovery work after the 1979 Erebus disaster have been recognised by the New Zealand Government.
Ref. https://www.stuff.co.nz/4509766a11.html
Most people try to help in a disaster situation to assist those who need help they are not looking for recognization for a job well done. The thanks they get from those involved are enough. IF they get a medal for it then all the better. But to have a person go out and publicly demand a medal or to be recognized makes the rest of us look like sniveling little brats who want a new toy.
'Very emotional' trip to Mt Erebus
Relatives of the 257 people killed on Mt Erebus in Antarctica will be on an emotional journey today as they fly to the Ice for a memorial service for New Zealand's worst air disaster. Ref. Source 9