medal of honor

Examines the life and death of Marine Sergeant John Basilone, the only Marine to receive the Medal of Honor during World War II, tracing his youth in a small New Jersey town to becoming one of World War II's most celebrated heroes.

From the youngest living recipient of the Medal of Honor comes an extraordinary inspirational memoir that will change the life of every reader. Moving and unforgettable, You Are Worth It is an astonishing memoir from an extraordinary young leader.

An introduction to the Medal of Honor, a United States military award.

Looks at Leo Thorsness, former Wild Weasel pilot and prisoner of war during the Vietnam War.

The Medal of Honor is America's highest award for valor in combat. This volume provides an in-depth look at four of America's greatest heroes. Their heroic actions earned them the Medal of Honor. Surprisingly, they were all raised in the same small town of Pueblo, Colorado. The men include: The Fighter-- Bill Crawford-- World War II, The Captain-- Carl Sitter-- Korea, The Lieutenant-- Jerry Murphy-- Korea, The Green Beret-- Drew Dix-- Vietnam. This educational program is designed to inspire viewers to think critically about and reflect on themes of character and leadership while also learning about important historical events.

"Gunfire rang out across the countryside as fifteen-year-old John Cook watched his unit struggle during the Battle of Antietam. ... Follow John as he joins in, fighting to defend his unit during the bloodiest day of the Civil War."--Back cover.

On August 8, 2012, Amy Captain Flo Groberg tackled a suicide bomber in Afghanistan. He was guarding a high-level delegation of American and Afghan officials when the bomber approached. Four men died and Groberg himself was seriously wounded but he saved the lives of many others through his bravery. Three years later he received the Congressional Medal of Honor, the nation's highest military award. Born in the suburbs of Paris, he was the first immigrant awarded the Medal of Honor since the Vietnam War.

American soldiers who show valor in combat can receive the Medal of Honor. Learn more about several heroes who received this award, from the Civil War to the War in Afghanistan.

"[Presents the] narrative of [Morris Brown Jr.,] a young Civil War soldier, as told though his letters from the battlefield"--Provided by publisher.