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Medal of Honor

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Medal of Honor
n.
The Congressional Medal of Honor.

Medal of Honor
n
(Military) the highest US military decoration, awarded by Congress for conspicuous bravery in action: instituted in 1861 (Navy), 1862 (Army)
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Noun1.Medal of Honor - the highest U.S. military decoration awarded for bravery and valor in action `above and beyond the call of duty'Medal of Honor - the highest U.S. military decoration awarded for bravery and valor in action `above and beyond the call of duty'
laurel wreath, medal, decoration, ribbon, medallion, palm - an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event


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COLUMN: IN OUR OPINION Since its establishment during the Civil War, the Medal of Honor has been bestowed upon fewer than 3,500 of the millions of men and women who have served our nation's armed forces.
The Florida Bar Foundation is seeking nominees for its Medal of Honor Awards, the most prestigious recognition given by the organization.
[ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] 1) Under the state and national flags, Medal of Honor Recipients (from left) Don Ballard, Bob O'Malley, Drew Dix, David McNerney, Jack Lucas, and Col.
 
 
 
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