Six are accredited with the award in WW-2. Three other awards were
given to individuals who were born in Iowa but their awards are listed
under other states where they enlisted or to where they had moved.
Five of these nine awards were posthumous.
Actually there are ten: Vernon Baker,Clarinda,Ia.; Francis Pierce, Earlville,Ia.;
Herschel Briles, Colfax; Ralph Neppel, Glidden; Arthur Beyer, Mitchell County;
John Thorson, Armstrong; Darrell Lindsey, Jefferson; Dale Christensen, Audobon
County; Paul Riordan, Charles City; Arlo Olson, Greenville,Ia.
All but the Medal of Honor
Ann Walker was awarded the Medal of Honor on November 11, 1865
John Ortega
The Croix de Guerre and the Legion of Honor.
To date. only one person has been awarded BOTH the Medal of Honor and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. General James H. Doolittle
There were a total of 131 recipients in the Korean war, 94 were awarded posthumously.
20 CMH were awarded
During World War I, several individuals received the Medal of Honor for their extraordinary acts of bravery. Notably, Sergeant Alvin York was awarded the Medal for his heroic actions during the Meuse-Argonne Offensive in 1918, where he captured 132 German soldiers. Another recipient was Corporal Henry Johnson, recognized for his valiant defense against a German raid, despite being severely outnumbered. These awards highlight the courage and sacrifice of American soldiers during the conflict.
No, guard dogs have not received the Medal of Honor. The Medal of Honor is awarded to members of the United States Armed Forces for acts of valor and bravery during combat. However, dogs have received other military honors and commendations for their service and sacrifice.
Charles Lindbergh who was awarded by the USA a Medal of Honor, received from NAZI GERMANY before the start of WWII their equivalent of the US Medal of Honor.
The medal of honor is given to combat soldiers only. They were given the public highest medals.
Jacob Parrott received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Great Locomotive Chase during the American Civil War. He was part of a group of Union soldiers who infiltrated Confederate lines, stole a train, and attempted to cause disruption behind enemy lines. Parrott displayed bravery and resourcefulness during the mission, which led to his recognition with the Medal of Honor.
All but the Medal of Honor
19
During World War II, a total of 13 Black soldiers were awarded the Medal of Honor for their courageous service. However, many of these awards were not given until decades later, as racial discrimination often delayed recognition of their heroism. The contributions of these soldiers have since been acknowledged as integral to the war effort and the fight for civil rights.
87 African-Americans have received the Medal of Honor. found on http://www.navy.mil/moh/faq.html
60 Minutes - 1968 Honor Our Soldiers Medal of Honor A Relentless Enemy 43-36 was released on: USA: 29 May 2011