Desmond Doss
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Desmond Thomas Doss was an American United States Army corporal who served as a combat medic with an infantry company in World War II. Due to his Christian beliefs, he refused to carry a weapon.
Doss, photographed prior to receiving the Medal of Honor in October 1945
Doss on top of the Maeda Escarpment, May 4, 1945
Desmond Doss' grave
Corporal Doss receiving the Medal of Honor from President Harry S. Truman on October 12, 1945
Bronze Star Medal
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The Bronze Star Medal (BSM) is a United States Armed Forces decoration awarded to members of the United States Armed Forces for either heroic achievement, heroic service, meritorious achievement, or meritorious service in a combat zone.
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Marine Col. Richard E. Edgington after being awarded a Bronze Star
Jim Mattis
George S. Patton