SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KTIV) -
For some who put their lives on the line for their country, the honors they deserve sometimes come later than expected.
Sergeant David Napier served in the United States Air Force from 1961 to 1969.
One of the more memorable years was in Vietnam.
That's when his unit, The Black Patches, had the opportunity to meet some famous entertainers from the states.
"Nancy Sinatra came, James Garner came and did a handshake tour, Robert Mitchum," said David Napier, Vietnam War Veteran.
The group would share their music to comfort fellow soldiers, even when they were in danger.
"You don't usually get nervous unless you have something called incoming, and it sounds different. It gets your attention right away. When you hear something like that, you head for cover," said Napier.
How did Napier stay brave in tense situations?
He was motivated by appreciation, appreciation for music and those that it served.
"It's fun to do something that makes people happy. I've always enjoyed doing that, playing music. I've been doing that since I was a little kid," said Napier.
It's just one of the reasons Congressman Steve King of Iowa says he deserves to be honored for his service.
"Freedom put the brakes on the expansion of communism, and our Vietnam veterans should take credit for that, understand how important that was, and know that their contributions is a contribution to freedom for the world. David contributed to that. We had a chance to say thank you to him today," said Congressman Steve King, (R) Iowa.
