United States' highest military decoration for conspicuous bravery
The White House has honored three Medal of Honor recipients for their actions in Vietnam and Afghanistan. Maj. James Capers Jr., Maj. Nicholas Dockery, and Col. John Ripley have been recognized for acts of valor that preserved lives and halted enemy advances. The ceremony includes the posthumous recognition of Col. Ripley and the presentation of medals to Capers and Dockery.