Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Former Marine to receive Medal of Honor for controversial 2009 battle

Former Marine to receive Medal of Honor for controversial 2009 battle: "WASHINGTON — A Marine who braved intense enemy gunfire in Afghanistan to recover the bodies of four fallen comrades will receive the Medal of Honor for his heroism, defense officials said Wednesday.

Dakota Meyer, who left the service last year, will be the third living recipient of the award for actions in Afghanistan and the tenth man recognized for exceptional bravery in the current wars. He’ll also be the first living Marine to receive the honor since the Vietnam War.

(Excerpt) Read more at stripes.com ..."

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