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Soldiers in combat are facing danger every day and there are many untold stories of valor that deserve recognition. The stories on this page capture some of those that have displayed heroic courage through their actions in the face of a lethal enemy.

In addition to the Medal of Honor award is a hierarchy of medals that can be awarded for varying acts of valor and bravery— The Distinguished Service Cross, the Silver Star, the Bronze Star with "v" device, the Purple Heart, even Commendation Medals with "v" device. Each is an example of ways Soldiers are recognized by their Chain of Command for documented acts of valor in combat.

Complete list of Awards

 
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Two days of hell, nine men of valor
Aug 17, 2009

On two separate days in April, members of Company B, 1st Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne), were engaged in hostile enemy action, resulting in nine of its members receiving awards for valor.

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First Soldier to receive Medal of Honor for valor in Afghanistan
Jul 24, 2009

Sgt. 1st Class Jared Monti, who was killed in Afghanistan June 21, 2006, will receive the Medal of Honor for his valor in combat, the White House has announced.

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WWII vet gets Bronze Star
Jul 9, 2009

Lt. Gen. Michael D. Rochelle, the Army's G-1, presents the Bronze Star Medal July 6, to former Staff Sgt. Morris N. Bishop, for his combat service with the 92nd Infantry Division in World War II.

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NCO awarded Silver Star for courage under fire in Afghanistan
Jun 30, 2009

Rows of Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, stood at attention as the U.S. Army recognized Staff Sgt. Conrad Begaye for bravery under fire in Afghanistan.

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Fort Jackson Soldier earns Silver Star
Jun 18, 2009

Staff Sgt. Sean Samaroo, an instructor with 4th Battalion, 10th Infantry Regiment, was awarded the Silver Star for his actions in Afghanistan in a June 11 ceremony on Fort Jackson's newly designated Wanat Range, formerly known as Camden Range.