As a member of a combined SEAL and Iraqi Army sniper overwatch element, tasked with providing early warning and stand-off protection from a rooftop in an insurgent-held sector of Ar Ramadi, Iraq, Petty Officer Monsoor distinguished himself by his exceptional bravery in the face of grave danger. In the early morning, insurgents prepared to execute a coordinated attack by reconnoitering the area ... read full post picked by 2manyusernames 6 months ago

US Congress will award the Dalai Lama a Congressional Gold Medal, whilst China grumbles picked by Teaya21 2 years ago

The Capitol Hill housed Dalai Lama to present him the Congressional Gold medal, which is the highest civilian honor currently given in the United States. picked by maxriter 12 months ago

Nearly 26 years after his death, Army Master Sgt. Woodrow "Woody" Keeble was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor Monday for his efforts during the Korean War. picked by dollyllama 7 months ago

The Medal of Honor, first given during the Civil War, recognizes 'gallantry and intrepidity … above and beyond the call of duty.' It is the highest military decoration that the U.S. government awards those who serve. GIs who risked their lives in Iraq want to know why only two Medals of Honor have been awarded there. picked by TraumaMamma 8 months ago

A new test being offered by a British company can determine an individual's history with alcohol during the past months -- or even years. picked by AutumnLotus 1 year ago

Parts of the code appeared to have been lifted word for word from another school's honor code, without attribution. Even the definition of plagiarism was plagiarized. picked by tigertony 7 months ago

100 years ago, a woman fought to have a day to honor mother's after her mother had died. How do we compare today in the celebrations?

I searched. On my honor. Happy Mothers Day to all my sister plimates! picked by eLJay 5 months ago

Jürgen Stumpf owns three wine bars in Berlin that operate on the honor system. For the price of 1€ (about $1.50), you rent yourself a glass and get to sample as many of the wines as you want. At the end of the night you throw some bills or coins into a big jar, the amount based on what you think is fair. picked by 2manyusernames 8 months ago

Doris "Dorie" Miller (Oct. 12, 1919 – Nov. 24, 1943) was an African American cook in the US Navy and a hero during the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. He was the first African American to be awarded the Navy Cross, the second highest honor that can be awarded by the US Navy, after the Medal of Honor. More here.

A continuation of what Bandit started. picked by marli 10 months ago

Jack Lucas, who at 14 lied his way into military service during World War II and became the youngest Marine to receive the Medal of Honor, died Thursday in a Hattiesburg, Miss., hospital. He was 80.

A remarkable man. picked by doggylives 4 months ago

A JACK Russell terrier who was mauled to death while saving five New Zealand children from an attack by two pit bulls is being honoured with a posthumous bravery medal. picked by AutumnLotus 1 year ago

Col. Mitchel Paige, was an amazing soldier. Here is an article that talks about the power of one person to change the world. After his fellow marines were killed, he operated 4 machine guns and helped fight off an entire Japanese regiment at the Battle of Guadalcanal. picked by 2manyusernames 12 months ago

A monthly series dealing with the early history of American Jewry. Particular emphasis will be placed on those who struggled to maintain their religious observance in an environment that was drastically different from the one prevalent then in other parts of the world.

*follow numbered links at the bottom of page to get to the various parts of this series. Interesting history.* picked by 2manyusernames 2 years ago

Using iconic events from history, the Cape Times(a local newspaper) highlights the fact that world-changing events often can¹t be predicted and that the course of history can, quite literally, change in a day. picked by streetlight22 1 year ago

Historian Ben Burrns brings us through this history of LOLCats. Did you know that 26% of all emails contain a LOLcat photo? picked by Proverb 12 months ago

Console Wars Veteran I

The first in a series of limited edition pin 'medals' that celebrate the memories of endless epic battles, infinite high scores and numerous blistered fingers.

Price: €18.00 picked by melgesevad 3 months ago

"British gamer Shaun Clark has won the UK's first gaming gold at the World Cyber Games.

Mr Clark, aka Apollooo, took the top medal in the Command & Conquer 3 tournament at the week-long festival of video gaming held last week in Seattle." picked by Ross 1 year ago

Phelps earned his 11th career gold medal and second of the day. About an hour earlier, he won the 200 butterfly. He is 5-for-5 with world records in each of his events. picked by AfroMosHi 2 months ago

Many presidents get highways, airports, and similar things named after them. San Francisco wants to honor President Bush with a building they feel is an appropriate honor for a unique president. picked by 2manyusernames 4 months ago