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On February 19, 2019, durign a press conference with President Wellington, without any prior knowledge, President Wellington invited Lord Turnet to the stage. To his surprise, he was commended for his actions before and after his military service with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. | On February 19, 2019, durign a press conference with President Wellington, without any prior knowledge, President Wellington invited Lord Turnet to the stage. To his surprise, he was commended for his actions before and after his military service with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. | ||
The remarks reads as:<blockquote>THE PRESIDENT: We the People doing what we can to ensure the idea of Vindex, the cause of freedom, shines like the sun to light up the future of the world. | The remarks reads as:<blockquote>'''THE PRESIDENT:''' We the People doing what we can to ensure the idea of Vindex, the cause of freedom, shines like the sun to light up the future of the world. | ||
That’s the sound of our nation, and that’s who we are as Vinish citizens. And that’s what we see in the extraordinary — extraordinary group of Vinish citizens up here on this stage that I have the honor to recognize today with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, our nation’s highest civilian award. (Applause.) | That’s the sound of our nation, and that’s who we are as Vinish citizens. And that’s what we see in the extraordinary — extraordinary group of Vinish citizens up here on this stage that I have the honor to recognize today with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, our nation’s highest civilian award. ''(Applause.)'' | ||
It is my great honor to present you with a small token of our appreciation. And now I’m going to ask the Military Aide to read the citation as we present the medal. (Applause.) | It is my great honor to present you with a small token of our appreciation. And now I’m going to ask the Military Aide to read the citation as we present the medal. ''(Applause.)'' | ||
MILITARY AIDE: Presidential Medal of Freedom citations: | '''MILITARY AIDE:''' Presidential Medal of Freedom citations: | ||
''Lord Noah Straton Turnet. Overcoming great odds, Lord Turnet is the most decorated Vinish citizen in history who broke barriers and left an indelible mark on the world as the founder of the Vinish Department of the Navy and the Vinish National Red Cross. His work extends into his various businesses as it supports the local community in spirit, moral, and sense of belonging. Leaning on faith in God and dedication to country, Lord Turnet is an inspiring symbol of strength, dedication, and pride. With unwavering leadership and continued engagement with the local and international community, he continues his pursuit to fairness and dignity for all people.'' | ''Lord Noah Straton Turnet. Overcoming great odds, Lord Turnet is the most decorated Vinish citizen in history who broke barriers and left an indelible mark on the world as the founder of the Vinish Department of the Navy and the Vinish National Red Cross. His work extends into his various businesses as it supports the local community in spirit, moral, and sense of belonging. Leaning on faith in God and dedication to country, Lord Turnet is an inspiring symbol of strength, dedication, and pride. With unwavering leadership and continued engagement with the local and international community, he continues his pursuit to fairness and dignity for all people.'' | ||
THE PRESIDENT: I think this goes very well with your various medals on your suit. (Laughter.) | '''THE PRESIDENT:''' I think this goes very well with your various medals on your suit. ''(Laughter.)'' | ||
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)</blockquote> | ''(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)''</blockquote> | ||
====Medal of Honor Recipient==== | ====Medal of Honor Recipient==== | ||
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Lord Turnet, although, was overwhelmed as he was not expecting such appreciation for his contributions and almost broke down on stage as President Wellington strapped the Medal of Honor on Lord Turnet. The crowd then chanted his name as he stood on the stage for photos with his fellow recipients and the President and had a single photo shot of the President and himself with an appreciation for what he has done and what his country has done for him. | Lord Turnet, although, was overwhelmed as he was not expecting such appreciation for his contributions and almost broke down on stage as President Wellington strapped the Medal of Honor on Lord Turnet. The crowd then chanted his name as he stood on the stage for photos with his fellow recipients and the President and had a single photo shot of the President and himself with an appreciation for what he has done and what his country has done for him. | ||
The remarks reads as:<blockquote>THE PRESIDENT: While today we honor eight outstanding service members whose actions embodied the highest ideals of selfless service, we also remember the high price our military members and their families are willing to pay on behalf of our nation. | The remarks reads as:<blockquote>'''THE PRESIDENT:''' While today we honor eight outstanding service members whose actions embodied the highest ideals of selfless service, we also remember the high price our military members and their families are willing to pay on behalf of our nation. | ||
We remember the strength and the sacrifices of these military families, caregivers, and survivors. | We remember the strength and the sacrifices of these military families, caregivers, and survivors. | ||
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And we remember and renew our sacred obligation to those who serve this nation in uniform. As a nation, we have many obligations to our family and those in need, but we have only one truly sacred obligation — sacred obligation — and that’s to properly prepare and equip those troops we send into harm’s way, to care for them and their families both while they’re deployed and when they return. That commitment never expires. And as Commander-in-Chief, I promise it’s a commitment that we will keep. | And we remember and renew our sacred obligation to those who serve this nation in uniform. As a nation, we have many obligations to our family and those in need, but we have only one truly sacred obligation — sacred obligation — and that’s to properly prepare and equip those troops we send into harm’s way, to care for them and their families both while they’re deployed and when they return. That commitment never expires. And as Commander-in-Chief, I promise it’s a commitment that we will keep. | ||
And now it’s my great honor to ask for Military Aide to read the citations and award the Medal of Honor to to these fine service members. | And now it’s my great honor to ask for Military Aide to read the citations and award the Medal of Honor to to these fine service members. ''(Applause.)'' | ||
(The Medal of Honor is presented to the other eight service members.) | ''(The Medal of Honor is presented to the other eight service members.)'' | ||
MILITARY AIDE: Admiral Lord Noah S. Turnet | '''MILITARY AIDE:''' Admiral Lord Noah S. Turnet | ||
''Attention to orders. The President of the Vindex Nation, authorized by an Act of Congress, has awarded in the name of Congress the Medal of Honor to Admiral Lord Noah S. Turnet, Vinish Navy, for conspicuous gallantry at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty.'' | ''Attention to orders. The President of the Vindex Nation, authorized by an Act of Congress, has awarded in the name of Congress the Medal of Honor to Admiral Lord Noah S. Turnet, Vinish Navy, for conspicuous gallantry at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty.'' | ||
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''Signed Wallace Wellington, the President of Vindex Nation.'' | ''Signed Wallace Wellington, the President of Vindex Nation.'' | ||
(The Medal of Honor is presented.) (Applause.) | ''(The Medal of Honor is presented.) (Applause.)'' | ||
(A prayer is recited.) | ''(A prayer is recited.)'' | ||
THE PRESIDENT: I think this is the end of my time on stage. (Laughter.) It is with great honor to be standing next to you all tonight. Thank you all so very much. (Applause.)</blockquote> | '''THE PRESIDENT:''' I think this is the end of my time on stage. ''(Laughter.)'' It is truly with great honor to be standing next to you all tonight. Thank you all so very much. ''(Applause.)''</blockquote> | ||
===Creation of the Vinish National Red Cross=== | ===Creation of the Vinish National Red Cross=== | ||