National Medal of Honor Day

National Medal of Honor Day, observed on March 25, honors the bravery and sacrifice of U.S. military members who have gone above and beyond the call of duty. Established during the Civil War, the Medal of Honor is the nation’s highest military award, first given to Jacob Parrott in 1863. Recipients, such as William H. Carney and Mary Edwards Walker, demonstrated extraordinary courage and selflessness in the face of danger. This day serves as a reminder to honor and remember those who have risked or given their lives in service to the country.

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This episode was created using Notebook LM voice-overs and original research by Rosemary Pollock, historian and published author, who holds an MA in U.S. History and an MA in U.S. History with a focus on the History of Science and Medicine.

Produced by Isaac Okawa with American Heritage Worldwide.