Today's Medal count jumps up to a little over the daily average, with 12 Medals awarded for actions on this day in our military history. Five during the Civil War, two during the Indian Campaigns, three during WWI, and one each in Korea and Vietnam. Today's list also includes the first Marine aviator to earn the Medal.We open during the Civil War with a Lieutenant whose award covers two fights, Chancellorsville and Auburn, and four soldiers who fought with distinction at Bristoe Station.SACRISTE, LOUIS J. Rank and organization: First Lieutenant, Company D, 116th Pennsylvania Infantry. Place and date: At Chancellorsville,...
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Oct 14 2009, 06:42 AM
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