Synopses & Reviews
The Medal of Honor is the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force that can be awarded to personnel in the United States' Armed Forces. From the early fighting in the Philippines through the D-Day landings in Northwest Europe to the final assaults in the Pacific, this book looks at the brave US soldiers and airmen who were awarded the Medal of Honor for their actions in the face of danger. It tells the exciting combat stories of such famous figures as the film star Audie Murphy, one of the most decorated US soldier of World War II (1939-1945), alongside less well-known awardees.
Synopsis
No greater accolade than the Medal of Honor exists within the United States Armed Forces. Since its introduction during the American Civil War; it has remained the highest award that can be granted to acknowledge valour in action against an enemy force. The first Medal of Honor was awarded on 25 March 1863, and since then more than 3,000 have been granted. These two books concentrate on the personnel who earned the Medal of Honor during World War 2. Volume 2 meanwhile deals with the Army and Air Corps awardees of World War 2, exploring the experiences of brave personnel fighting in all theatres of the war.
About the Author
STARR SINTON has a degree in Anthropology and a Juris Doctor degree. He has been a military lawyer, a special assistant United States attorney, and an attorney in private practice, and has published numerous articles in various US government publications. ROBERT HARGIS gained a BA in History from California State University, San Bernadino. He currently works as a High School teacher, teaching United States History and Western Civilization.