USA Today: Pentagon may upgrade hundreds of troops to possible Medals of Honor
WASHINGTON — The Pentagon will review more than 1,100 medals issued since the 9/11 terror attacks for possible upgrade to the Medal of Honor, the country's highest award issued for valor in combat, according to documents obtained by USA TODAY.
The sweeping review ordered by Defense Secretary Ash Carter would represent one of the most significant steps in decades to honor troops who have displayed extraordinary courage in combat. It stems from a study of military decorations and awards that was ordered in March 2014 by then-Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel "to ensure that after 13 years of combat the awards system appropriately recognizes the service, sacrifices and action of our service members."
More News On The Pentagon Reviewing 1,100 Medals Issued Since 9/11 For An Upgrade
DOD: Medal review prompted by lack of recognition in Iraq, Afghanistan -- Stars and Stripes
Military considering upgrades to Medals of Honor -- CNN
Pentagon to overhaul how it recognizes heroism, review cases for modern veterans -- Washington Post
DOD to review 1,100 Iraq, Afghanistan medals to determine if they were awarded appropriately -- Stars and Stripes
New US military medals policy: What is the meaning of valor? -- Lucy Schouten, CSM
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