Medal of Honor
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The Medal of Honor is the United States Armed Forces' highest military decoration and is awarded to recognize American soldiers, sailors, marines, airmen, guardians, and coast guardsmen who have distinguished themselves by acts of valor. Wikipedia
Awarded for: Conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty
Eligibility: United States Armed Forces service members
Last awarded: September 5, 2023
Presented by: The president of the United States in the name of the United States Congress
Status: Currently awarded
Total awarded posthumously: 618
Total recipients: 3,536