Heroism

Alfred V. Rascon stands out in the line of immigrants who have fought for the U.S. before they officially became Americans.

The Senate passed HR 8276, a bill that waives a five-year time limit on awarding the military's highest valor medal.

Three airmen received awards for their actions in evacuating nearly 260 U.S. and partner forces from harm's way in Iraq.

Two sailors received the Navy and Marine Corps Medal, the service's highest non-combat lifesaving award.

Two pararescuemen assigned to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base received the Bronze Star medal with Valor earlier this month.

A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced a bill that would clear away the remaining legal hurdles.

Defense Secretary Esper believes Sgt. 1st Class Alwyn Cashe deserves the Medal of Honor, and he'll work to approve it.

For his actions on May 25, 2013, in Afghanistan's eastern Ghazni province, John Grimesey will receive the Silver Star.

The medal, which is the Army's highest award for non-combat heroism, was presented by Gen. James McConville.

Sgt. 1st Class Patrick Shields received the Soldier's Medal from Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee during a ceremony.