Latest "soldier's medal" stories

In the arms of an Arctic Angel — soldier gets Army award for heroism

Sgt. 1st Class Andrew D. Chapoton was presented the Soldier’s Medal for his courage risking his own life to save victims from a burning car wreck.

By Jonathan Lehrfeld

4 weeks ago

Fort Rucker soldier earns Soldier’s Medal for saving man from fire

A soldier at Fort Rucker, Ala. was recently awarded the Soldier’s Medal for risking his life to save a local community member from a fire.

By Jonathan Lehrfeld

5 weeks ago

Vermont Guard member to be awarded Soldier’s Medal for skiers’ rescue

Gov. Phil Scott on Friday will award the Soldier's Medal to a Vermont National Guard member who risked his life in rescuing two lost and injured skiers in Stowe last year.

20 months ago

Unarmed Army Ranger confronts a shotgun-wielding robber during Sunday brunch

Robbers recently sentenced to 10 years in prison.

23 months ago

Carolina Hurricanes honor soldier who earned Soldier’s Medal for valor

The Hurricanes made Capt. Jacob Riffe their "Hero of the Game."

By Joshua Axelrod

4 years ago

Congressman awarded Soldier’s Medal for heroism in last year’s baseball team shooting

Rep. Brad Wenstrup is an Army Reserve colonel and Iraq war veteran.

By Leo Shane III

5 years ago