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Learn about the history, design, criteria and process of the Medal of Honor, the highest award for military valor in action. The Medal honors the values of bravery, courage, sacrifice, integrity and love of country displayed by its Recipients.
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Learn about the Medal of Honor, the highest military award for valor, and its recipients who serve, inspire, and honor the nation. Explore over 3,500 stories of courage and sacrifice, and support the mission of the Society and Foundation.
The United States Congress considered a bill in 2004 which would require the Medal of Honor to be made with 90% gold, the same composition as the lesser-known Congressional Gold Medal, but the measure was dropped.
Explore the stories of sacrifice and courage of Medal of Honor recipients from different wars and conflicts. Learn about their actions, awards, and legacy from the official website of the Congressional Medal of Honor Society.
6 days ago · Retired Army Capt. Florent Groberg is awarded the Medal of Honor by President Barack Obama at a White House ceremony. Groberg is the first foreign-born Medal of Honor recipient of the War in ...
Learn about the history, criteria, and recipients of the Medal of Honor, the highest and most prestigious military decoration. Explore the stories, values, and legacy of the 3,517 heroes who have earned the Medal since 1863.
Dec 16, 2021 · At a White House ceremony, President Biden awarded the Medal of Honor to three U.S. Army soldiers who served in Iraq and Afghanistan: Army Master Sergeant Earl Plumlee, and posthumously to S…
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