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Medal of Honor Day: Honoring the Bravery of Our Nation's Heroes
On March 25th, we observe Medal of Honor Day, a day dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who have been awarded the United States' highest military decoration, the Medal of Honor. This day serves as a reminder of the selfless sacrifices made by our nation's heroes in service to their country.
The Medal of Honor was first established during the American Civil War, and has since been awarded to over 3,500 individuals for acts of valor and heroism. Recipients come from all branches of the U.S. military, and include soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen.
To be eligible for the Medal of Honor, an individual must have demonstrated "conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his or her life above and beyond the call of duty." This means that the act of valor must have been performed in the face of extreme danger, and must have been above and beyond what is normally expected of someone in that situation.
Many Medal of Honor recipients have sacrificed their lives in the line of duty, while others have survived their heroic actions and gone on to live long and full lives. Regardless of the outcome, each recipient has demonstrated an extraordinary level of courage and selflessness that deserves to be recognized and celebrated.
In addition to honoring Medal of Honor recipients, Medal of Honor Day is also an opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices made by all members of the U.S. military. Whether they are serving at home or abroad, in peacetime or in war, our military men and women deserve our gratitude and respect for their unwavering dedication to protecting our nation's freedoms.
As we observe Medal of Honor Day, let us take a moment to remember the brave individuals who have earned this prestigious award, and to thank all members of the U.S. military for their service and sacrifice. Their bravery and dedication have helped to shape our nation's history, and we owe them a debt of gratitude that can never truly be repaid.
Semper Fi and God bless us… everyone… soldier, sailor, marine, airman, coast guardsman, military families and veterans!
NB: For those wondering why there isn’t a specific medal for the Marine Corps, as the “sister service” of the Navy, Marine recipients wear the Navy’s version of the Medal.
Medal of Honor Day: Honoring the Bravery of Our Nation's Heroes
On March 25th, we observe Medal of Honor Day, a day dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who have been awarded the United States' highest military decoration, the Medal of Honor. This day serves as a reminder of the selfless sacrifices made by our nation's heroes in service to their country.
The Medal of Honor was first established during the American Civil War, and has since been awarded to over 3,500 individuals for acts of valor and heroism. Recipients come from all branches of the U.S. military, and include soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen.
To be eligible for the Medal of Honor, an individual must have demonstrated "conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his or her life above and beyond the call of duty." This means that the act of valor must have been performed in the face of extreme danger, and must have been above and beyond what is normally expected of someone in that situation.
Many Medal of Honor recipients have sacrificed their lives in the line of duty, while others have survived their heroic actions and gone on to live long and full lives. Regardless of the outcome, each recipient has demonstrated an extraordinary level of courage and selflessness that deserves to be recognized and celebrated.
In addition to honoring Medal of Honor recipients, Medal of Honor Day is also an opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices made by all members of the U.S. military. Whether they are serving at home or abroad, in peacetime or in war, our military men and women deserve our gratitude and respect for their unwavering dedication to protecting our nation's freedoms.
As we observe Medal of Honor Day, let us take a moment to remember the brave individuals who have earned this prestigious award, and to thank all members of the U.S. military for their service and sacrifice. Their bravery and dedication have helped to shape our nation's history, and we owe them a debt of gratitude that can never truly be repaid.
Semper Fi and God bless us… everyone… soldier, sailor, marine, airman, coast guardsman, military families and veterans!
NB: For those wondering why there isn’t a specific medal for the Marine Corps, as the “sister service” of the Navy, Marine recipients wear the Navy’s version of the Medal.