Presidential Medal of Freedom
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The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian award of the United States, alongside the Congressional Gold Medal. Wikipedia
Equivalent: Congressional Gold Medal
Total recipients: 647 (an average of fewer than 11 per year since 1993)