'Ace in a day' is a rare distinction. Among the earliest American pilots to do so, Jim Swett was credited with seven victories amid a WWII turning point. By Jon Guttman
4 months ago Jack Pendleton sacrificed all to eliminate a critically placed German machine gun nest. By Jon Guttman
4 months ago During the Vietnam War, John Levitow jumped on a live flare to save his crew from death. By Jon Guttman
4 months ago After decades of discrimination, Vernon Baker was finally recognized for his heroism during an assault on a German stronghold during WWII. By Jon Guttman
5 months ago Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Celiz was shot while shielding his comrades from enemy fire as they worked to save an injured Afghan ally. By Jon Guttman
5 months ago Although minor in size, the battle at Firebase Maureen was nonetheless major in ferocity — enough to produce two Medal of Honor recipients. By Jon Guttman
5 months ago Gen. Richard Cavazos was a believer in the moral ascendency of leaders, achieved by earning the faith and trust of those he led. By Jon Guttman
5 months ago Lt. j.g. John Koelsch's most notable sortie ultimately cost him his life, but through his actions, the pilot he risked his life to save survived. By Jon Guttman
5 months ago Biden will bestow the medal posthumously to six men and one living recipient at a White House ceremony. Pvt. Joe Martinez's actions came during the only World War II battle American and Japanese troops fought in the ice and snow. By Jon Guttman
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