A Shower of Stars: The Medal of Honor and the 27th MaineG.K. Hall, 1999 - 381 pages |
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... distinguished con- duct in action , " is defined by the authorities making the award , as well as by applicants for the medal , with much greater liberality than is now exercised under the regulations of the War Department in awarding ...
... distinguished con- duct in action , " is defined by the authorities making the award , as well as by applicants for the medal , with much greater liberality than is now exercised under the regulations of the War Department in awarding ...
Page 250
... distinguished or highly meritorious services not only in action but also in other spheres of duty . Such rewards are recognized in all armies and are a great in- centive to extraordinary effort and the display of soldierly qualities ...
... distinguished or highly meritorious services not only in action but also in other spheres of duty . Such rewards are recognized in all armies and are a great in- centive to extraordinary effort and the display of soldierly qualities ...
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... distinguished service in action . May 2 , 1896 ( JR ) : Authorized new ribbon and a rosette to wear in lieu of the decoration . March 3 , 1901 : Authorized awards to Navy and Marine Corps enlisted men for distinguished service in battle ...
... distinguished service in action . May 2 , 1896 ( JR ) : Authorized new ribbon and a rosette to wear in lieu of the decoration . March 3 , 1901 : Authorized awards to Navy and Marine Corps enlisted men for distinguished service in battle ...
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