There are four Medals awarded on this day. Three are non-combat naval life-saving Medals, a specific allowance Congress enacted in the original legislation, recognizing the dangers inherent in day-to-day life in the sea service. Today, that aspect is covered by the Navy and Marine Corps Medal for the sea services, the Airman's Medal for the Air Force, and the Soldier's Medal for the Army, each being the highest non-combat award for heroism involving risking your life. The fourth Medal is a hard-won posthumous award during the waning days of the Battle of the Bulge.Interim Awards, 1871-1898MANNING, HENRY J.Rank and organization: Quartermaster,...
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