From left to right, the Army, Navy/Marine Corps and Air Force medals

The Medal of Honor is the highest award given to members of the United States Military. It is given to people who show a lot of bravery in wartime. Because of this, many people who get the Medal of Honor die earning it. It was first given in 1863 during the American Civil War.

The Medal of Honor has been given to 3,458 different people, including

• Dakota L. Meyer, who is the youngest and most recent living recipient

• Jacob Parrott, who was the first man to be awarded the medal in 1863
• Mary Walker, who was the first and only woman awarded the medal.

• Leslie H. Sabo Jr., who is the most recent person to receive the medal in 2012.