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Clinton L. Romesha

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For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a Section Leader with Bravo Troop, 3d Squadron, 61st Cavalry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, during combat operations against an armed enemy at Com...

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The Medal of Honor

The Medal of Honor is the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force which can be bestowed upon an individual serving in the Armed Services of the United States. Generally presented to its recipient by the President of the United States of America in the name of Congress.

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Daniel K. Inouye Passes Away
December 18, 2012

Daniel K. Inouye, Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army, passed away on Monday, December 17th. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for extraordinary heroism in action on 21 April 1945, in the vicinity of San Terenzo, Italy.


 
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James L. Stone Passes Away
November 13, 2012

James L. Stone, First Lieutenant in the U.S. Army, passed away on Friday, November 9th.  He was awarded the Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry and indomitable courage above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy.


 
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William Charette Passes Away
March 19, 2012

William R. Charette, Hospital Corpsman Third Class in the U.S. Navy, passed away on Sunday, March 18th.  He was awarded the Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty in action against enemy aggressor forces during the early morning hours. 


 
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