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Feb 2025
16m 36s

The Medal of Honor

Gary Arndt | Glassbox Media
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The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government.  It is presented to members of the U.S. Armed Forces who have displayed extraordinary bravery and valor in combat, often at great personal risk and beyond the call of duty.  The Medal of Honor has a rich history dating back to the American Civil War and has undergo ... Show More
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