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Rear Admiral Bruce McCandless wearing the Medal of Honor
Medal Recipients

With the ship’s bridge destroyed, McCandless assumed command under heavy fire. His next decisions saved countless lives—and a critical victory.

LEADING AND LIVING WITH HONOR
Click on each Recipient to learn about courage and commitment in action.

FROM EVERY BRANCH OF THE ARMED FORCES

Meet the brave individuals who went above and beyond the call of duty organized by their branch of service.

VALOR BY THE NUMBERS
3,528
61
19
2,460
19
741
1
298
TOTAL RECIPIENTSLIVING RECIPIENTSDOUBLE RECIPIENTSU.S. ARMY RECIPIENTSU.S. AIR FORCE RECIPIENTSU.S. NAVY RECIPIENTSU.S. COAST GUARD RECIPIENTSU.S. MARINE CORPS RECIPIENTS
COURAGE IN COMBAT
Explore the stories of Recipients by war or conflict.
Civil War
1861 - 1865
World War I
1917 - 1918
World War II
1941 - 1945
Global War on Terrorism (Iraq)
2003 - 2011
Spanish American War
1898 - 1902
Vietnam War
1964 - 1975
Korean War
1950 - 1953
Global War on Terrorism (Afghanistan)
2001 - 2021
Nicaraguan Conflict
1912 - 1933
Indian Campaigns
1812 - 1821
Haitian Campaign
1915 - 1934
China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion)
1900 - 1901
The Medal of Honor
The medal

A medal steeped in history

Uncover the inspiring legacy, symbolism, and selection criteria of the Medal of Honor.

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Ring of Valor Exhibit Rendering
Exhibits

THE RING OF VALOR

Step into the heart of the Museum and surround yourself with the names of those who went above and beyond.

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