The Westmeath Cathaoirleach says it should have been done years ago.
The Minister for Defence is being asked to award 32 medals to the soldiers who fought in Jadotville.
Cathaoirleach of Westmeath County Council Ken Glynn believes the men, who were under siege for five days in the Congo in 1961, should be recognised for their bravery.
On his return, Commander Pat Quinlan recommended giving five military medals for Gallantry and 27 Distinguished Service medals to his troops who fought the 3,000 Katangese rebels.
The Fianna Fáil rep says it should have been done years ago:
Planning Permission Approved For New 800 Pupil Secondary School In Midlands
Annual Rose Of Tralee Tour Underway
Longford-Westmeath TD Urges Action On Vacant HSE-Owned Buildings
Taoiseach Backs Offaly Camino Proposal
Laois Pride Launch Writing Competition In Memory Of Joe Drennan
Laois Truck Driver Arrested For Driving Overweight Truck Under Influence
Offaly Business Closed Over Food Safety Breach
Gardai Continuing Laois Meadow Fire Investigation