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This Medal of Honor recipient jumped on a live flare to save his crew
During the Vietnam War, John Levitow jumped on a live flare to save his crew from death.
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Medal of Honor recipient faced down 100 enemy troops to cover his men
Three officers were wounded trying to silence the enemy machine gun. Robert Craig would be the fourth to try.
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The 5 Americans who made history by earning the Victoria Cross
Since Queen Victoria instituted the Victoria Cross in 1856, five American-born men have received Britain’s highest military award for valor.
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One of the last remaining Tuskegee World War II veterans dies at 100
Harry Stewart Jr. was one of the legendary flying corps’ most decorated pilots during the WWII, having claimed three Nazi aircraft in a single day.
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After 50 years, this WWII soldier finally received his Medal of Honor
After decades of discrimination, Vernon Baker was finally recognized for his heroism during an assault on a German stronghold during WWII.
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Army Ranger sacrifices life shielding wounded comrade and medevac unit
Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Celiz was shot while shielding his comrades from enemy fire as they worked to save an injured Afghan ally.
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The real ‘Viper’: This Top Gun instructor notched a rare combat feat
Rear Adm. Kenneth W. “Pete” Pettigrew’s Vietnam success made him the only Top Gun instructor to put his training to practical use against an enemy plane.
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The World War II destroyer escort that fought like a battleship
Many acts of heroism occurred during the Battle of Leyte Gulf, including a remarkable fight by the destroyer escort Samuel B Roberts.
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After 106 years, Black South African WWI troops honored with memorial
While South Africa has several memorials dedicated to white soldiers who died in the world wars, Black servicemen’s contributions were ignored for decades.
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How a Korean War helicopter pilot made Medal of Honor history
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.
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This Medal of Honor recipient jumped on a live flare to save his crew
During the Vietnam War, John Levitow jumped on a live flare to save his crew from death.
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Medal of Honor recipient faced down 100 enemy troops to cover his men
Three officers were wounded trying to silence the enemy machine gun. Robert Craig would be the fourth to try.
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The 5 Americans who made history by earning the Victoria Cross
Since Queen Victoria instituted the Victoria Cross in 1856, five American-born men have received Britain’s highest military award for valor.
-
One of the last remaining Tuskegee World War II veterans dies at 100
Harry Stewart Jr. was one of the legendary flying corps’ most decorated pilots during the WWII, having claimed three Nazi aircraft in a single day.
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After 50 years, this WWII soldier finally received his Medal of Honor
After decades of discrimination, Vernon Baker was finally recognized for his heroism during an assault on a German stronghold during WWII.
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Army Ranger sacrifices life shielding wounded comrade and medevac unit
Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Celiz was shot while shielding his comrades from enemy fire as they worked to save an injured Afghan ally.
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The real ‘Viper’: This Top Gun instructor notched a rare combat feat
Rear Adm. Kenneth W. “Pete” Pettigrew’s Vietnam success made him the only Top Gun instructor to put his training to practical use against an enemy plane.
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The World War II destroyer escort that fought like a battleship
Many acts of heroism occurred during the Battle of Leyte Gulf, including a remarkable fight by the destroyer escort Samuel B Roberts.
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After 106 years, Black South African WWI troops honored with memorial
While South Africa has several memorials dedicated to white soldiers who died in the world wars, Black servicemen’s contributions were ignored for decades.
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How a Korean War helicopter pilot made Medal of Honor history
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.
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This Medal of Honor recipient jumped on a live flare to save his crew
During the Vietnam War, John Levitow jumped on a live flare to save his crew from death.
-
Medal of Honor recipient faced down 100 enemy troops to cover his men
Three officers were wounded trying to silence the enemy machine gun. Robert Craig would be the fourth to try.
-
The 5 Americans who made history by earning the Victoria Cross
Since Queen Victoria instituted the Victoria Cross in 1856, five American-born men have received Britain’s highest military award for valor.
-
One of the last remaining Tuskegee World War II veterans dies at 100
Harry Stewart Jr. was one of the legendary flying corps’ most decorated pilots during the WWII, having claimed three Nazi aircraft in a single day.
-
After 50 years, this WWII soldier finally received his Medal of Honor
After decades of discrimination, Vernon Baker was finally recognized for his heroism during an assault on a German stronghold during WWII.
-
Army Ranger sacrifices life shielding wounded comrade and medevac unit
Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Celiz was shot while shielding his comrades from enemy fire as they worked to save an injured Afghan ally.
-
The real ‘Viper’: This Top Gun instructor notched a rare combat feat
Rear Adm. Kenneth W. “Pete” Pettigrew’s Vietnam success made him the only Top Gun instructor to put his training to practical use against an enemy plane.
-
The World War II destroyer escort that fought like a battleship
Many acts of heroism occurred during the Battle of Leyte Gulf, including a remarkable fight by the destroyer escort Samuel B Roberts.
-
After 106 years, Black South African WWI troops honored with memorial
While South Africa has several memorials dedicated to white soldiers who died in the world wars, Black servicemen’s contributions were ignored for decades.
-
How a Korean War helicopter pilot made Medal of Honor history
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.
