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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › List_of_Presidential_MedalList of Presidential Medal of Freedom recipients - Wikipedia

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   President Barack Obama awarded 123 medals, the most ever, followed by President Ronald Reagan with 100 medal recipients. [3] [4] [5] Two people, Ellsworth Bunker and Colin Powell, are two-time recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Colin Powell received his second award with Distinction, [6] while Ellsworth Bunker was given both of ...

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3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Presidential_Medal_of_FreedomPresidential Medal of Freedom - Wikipedia

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   The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian award of the United States, alongside the Congressional Gold Medal.It is an award bestowed by decision of the president of the United States to recognize people who have made "an especially meritorious contribution to the security or national interests of the United States, world peace, cultural or other significant public or private ...

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   • Presented by: President of the United States

   • Next (lower): Presidential Citizens Medal
   • Type: Civilian award

4. www.history.com › news › presidential-medal-freedomThe Presidential Medal of Freedom Began as a World War II ...

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   Feb 6, 2020 · Originally, Harry S. Truman established the “Medal of Freedom” to honor people who’d demonstrated notable service during World War II. In 1963, John F. Kennedy reintroduced it as the ...

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5. www.britannica.com › topic › Presidential-Medal-ofPresidential Medal of Freedom ] Definition, History, & Facts

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   5 days ago · On July 6, 1945, Pres. Harry S. Truman signed Executive Order 9586, establishing the Medal of Freedom to recognize notable service by civilians during World War II. With Executive Order 11085 (signed February 22, 1963), Pres. John F. Kennedy re-established the award as the Presidential Medal of Freedom and expanded its scope to include cultural ...

6. www.whitehouse.gov › briefing-room › statementsPresident Biden Announces Recipients of the Presidential ...

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   May 3, 2024 · The awards will be presented at the White House on May 3, 2024. The following individuals will be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom: Michael R. Bloomberg. Mayor Michael Bloomberg is an ...

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   What is the Presidential Medal of freedom?

   • The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian honor in the United States. Originally, Harry S. Truman established the “Medal of Freedom” to honor people who’d demonstrated notable service during World War II.

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   Who was the first recipient of the Presidential Medal of freedom?

   • The first recipients, selected by Kennedy, received their medals from his successor, Lyndon B. Johnson, on December 6, 1963, at the White House. Kennedy, who had been assassinated the previous month, was added to the list and granted the Presidential Medal of Freedom posthumously.

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   Is the Medal of freedom a civilian award?

   • The award is not limited to U.S. citizens, and, while it is a civilian award, it can also be awarded to military personnel and worn on the uniform. It was established in 1963 by President John F. Kennedy, superseding the Medal of Freedom that was initially established by President Harry S. Truman in 1945 to honor civilian service.

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   Who received the Presidential Medal of freedom – Colin Powell & Ellsworth Bunker?

   • Two people, Ellsworth Bunker and Colin Powell, are two-time recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Colin Powell received his second award with Distinction, while Ellsworth Bunker was given both of his awards with Distinction.

   List of Presidential Medal of Freedom recipients - Wikipedia

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8. simple.wikipedia.org › wiki › Presidential_Medal_ofPresidential Medal of Freedom - Simple English Wikipedia, the ...

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   Presidential Medal of Freedom. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is an award given by the President of the United States. It recognizes those individuals who have made "an especially meritorious contribution to the security or national interests of the United States, world peace, cultural or other significant public or private endeavors". [1]

9. obamawhitehouse.archives.gov › the-press-officePresident Obama Names Recipients of the Presidential Medal of ...

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   Nov 16, 2016 · WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama named 21 recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the Nation’s highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors.