Joseph G. LaPointe Jr.
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Joseph Guy LaPointe Jr. was a combat medic in the United States Army who posthumously received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Vietnam War.
Specialist Four Joseph LaPointe
Medal of Honor Certificate
Memorial highway named for LaPointe
Desmond Doss
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Desmond Thomas Doss was a United States Army corporal who served as a combat medic with an infantry company in World War II. Due to his religious beliefs, he refused to carry a weapon.
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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