Tag: medal of honor

Dr. Mary Edwards Walker broke every rule society tried to set for her, and in doing so, earned her place as the only woman to ever wear the Medal of Honor.

Staff Sergeant Travis Atkins did more than just wear the uniform—he lived the values behind it, choosing instinctively to shield his men with his own life in a moment that defined true American valor.

Dakota Meyer already gave more than most men could in a lifetime—and now he’s laced his boots up again, proving once and for all that some warriors never leave the fight.

Private Jacob Parrott, a young Ohio soldier, made history as the first-ever recipient of the Medal of Honor for his bravery during the daring Great Locomotive Chase of the Civil War.

In a world full of noise, Gary Wetzel’s story cuts through with the quiet thunder of raw grit, duty, and a kind of courage that doesn’t ask for anything in return.

Thomas Hudner’s crash-landing wasn’t just an act of courage—it was a declaration of brotherhood at a time when the world needed it most.

The USS Robert Kerrey (DDG-146) honors a Navy SEAL hero, Medal of Honor recipient, and leader, embodying valor and service.

When most were unwrapping gifts, these 5 Medal of Honor heroes were dodging bullets and saving lives. True grit never takes a holiday!

With unwavering resolve and a heart that put his men before himself, Lieutenant Michael Murphy chose sacrifice over safety, cementing his legacy as a leader whose final act of bravery remains a testament to the very essence of duty, honor, and country.

Facing brutal odds in Vietnam, Major Bernard Fisher risked everything to land his plane and rescue his downed wingman.

Michael Monsoor’s final act of selfless bravery—throwing himself on a grenade to save his brothers in arms—stands as a testament to the highest ideals of the Navy SEALs: courage, sacrifice, and unwavering loyalty.

Medal of Honor recipient and Vietnam War hero, Captain Paul William Bucha, has passed away at the age of 80.