Using Military-Ranks.org’s database of Military Medals, 24/7 Wall St. listed the 29 types of medals and awards that members of the United States armed forces are eligible for.Some of these ...

Opinion: The appropriate medal for troops who participated in the strikes on Iranian nuclear sites is not the one a Texas ...

The Silver Star. The third-highest military combat decoration, the Silver Star, is awarded to a member of any of the U.S. Armed Forces who demonstrates bravery and exceptional service under fire.

Some military medals denote extraordinary service in aerial flight, some are specific to ground operations, and others are reserved only for those in the Sea Service. Here's what they all mean, what ...

The Medal of Honor stands out as the highest military award in the United States. It is awarded to members of the military who have exhibited acts of valor above and beyond the call of duty.

President Barack Obama presents retired U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Bennie G. Adkins is awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during a battle at Camp A Shau, South Vietnam, March 9-12, 1966 ...

Two United States military veterans and local assisted living residents were honored for their service on Friday afternoon - about 72 years after they served in the Korean War. Richard "Dick" Singer ...

Awards and honors bestowed by the military have been a major topic of conversation – and some confusion – in US politics for the last week. Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is ...

OEM recognizes National Medal of Honor Day. For nearly 35 years, 25 March has served as the official day to reflect upon the remarkable acts of courage and selflessness demonstrated by those who ...

They haven't gone viral like pommel horse guy or Turkey's too-cool-for-school shooter, but U.S. military athletes have been making their mark on this year's Olympic games in Paris. Team USA's 95 ...