
Biden awards Medal of Honor to 3 soldiers, including the first African American since the Vietnam War
CNN
President Joe Biden bestowed the Medal of Honor, the most prestigious decoration in the US military, to three Army soldiers on Thursday afternoon.
The medal was awarded posthumously to Army Sergeant First Class Alwyn Cashe and Army Sergeant First Class Christopher Celiz, as well as Army Master Sergeant Earl D. Plumlee.
"Each of you know what it is to stare down danger and summon strength in the face of a moment of trial. We're grateful for all that you three have done," Biden said during the ceremony in the White House East Room.

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