ISBN: 0786413557

[SR: 1666850], Hardcover, [EAN: 9780786413553], McFarland, McFarland, Book, [PU: McFarland], McFarland, The Medal of Honor, one of the world's most highly revered military decorations, ha… Mehr…

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ISBN: 9780786413553

The Medal of Honor, one of the worlds most highly revered military decorations, has been awarded to 3,408 men and one woman since its inception on December 21, 1861. This honor is bestowe… Mehr…

The Medal of Honor, one of the worlds most highly revered military decorations, has been awarded to 3,408 men and one woman since its inception on December 21, 1861. This honor is bestowed upon those individuals who demonstrate courage in a life-threatening situation, who put their own lives at risk for the sake of others, and who display valor above and beyond the call of duty. This text details the stories of the 87 African Americans who have been awarded the Medal of Honor. Each entry chronicles the acts of bravery and courage that led to the servicemans receiving this honor. Beginning with a brief history of the Medal of Honor, the book is then divided into eight sections covering every major conflict from the Civil War through the Vietnam War, subdivided by branch of service. An appendix of the number of medals awarded by wars and campaigns, a bibliography, and an index are included. Media >, [PU: McFarland & Company]<

ISBN: 9780786413553

McFarland. Hardcover. GOOD. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. Possible ex library … Mehr…

McFarland. Hardcover. GOOD. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. Possible ex library copy, thatll have the markings and stickers associated from the library. Accessories such as CD, codes, toys, may not be included., McFarland<