Congressional Medal of Honor Society

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Citizen Honors – Women Veteran Social Justice Network, 2020 Service Honoree

Women Veteran Social Justice Network is selected for their work to identify, connect and empower Women Veterans through professional and personal connections.

Citizen Honors – Michael Jernigan, 2020 Service Honoree

Michael Jernigan is selected for his lifetime of selfless service to improve the lives of blind and impaired veterans. Michael co-founded “Paws for Patriots” at South Eastern Guide Dogs, which […]

Citizen Honors – Zachary Brooks, 2020 Youth Service Award

Zachary Brooks is selected for his advocacy of those affected by autism. Zachary founded “Artfully Abled,” an art event showcasing the abilities of those with developmental disabilities.

Molly Hudgens Reads The Poppy Lady

Citizen Honors Awardee Molly Hudgens reads The Poppy Lady, written by Barbara Elizabeth Walsh, illustrated by Layne Johnson, published by Calkins Creek.

Woody Williams Reads “America’s White Table”

Medal of Honor Recipient Woody Williams reads “America’s White Table,” written by Margot Theis Raven, illustrated by Mike Benny, published by Sleeping Bear Press.

Alfred Rascon Medal of Honor Presentation Ceremony

In a February 8, 2000, White House ceremony, Alfred V. Rascon was presented with the Medal of Honor for his 1966 actions during the Vietnam War. The Medal was presented […]

Gary Beikirch Reads The Wall

Medal of Honor Recipient Gary Beikirch reads The Wall written by Eve Bunting, illustrated by Ronald Himler, published by Clarion Books.

John E. Kilmer, Medal of Honor Recipient

This film, produced by Rick Vaughn, is dedicated to the memory of John E. Kilmer. Secretary of the Navy Robert B. Anderson presents the Medal of Honor for John E. […]

Francis S. Currey Medal of Honor Presentation for World War II Valor

Major General Leland S. Hobbs presents the Medal of Honor to Francis S. Currey in Reims, France, 27 July 1945. The Medal of Honor is the United States’ highest military […]

Interview with the family of John A. Chapman

In a August 22, 2018, White House ceremony, Technical Sergeant John A. Chapman was posthumously presented with the Medal of Honor for his actions in Afghanistan during the War on […]

William Swenson Medal of Honor Action video

*This video contains some brief images that might not be appropriate for small children.* William Swenson was presented the Medal of Honor in 2013 for his actions in 2009 in […]