: The vanguard also includes those who were overlooked by their own time. In 2024 and 2025, the U.S. Army worked to correct past errors , awarding the Medal of Honor to veterans whose bravery was originally ignored due to race or clerical oversight, such as Privates William Simon Harris and James W. McIntyre .
True honor is rarely found in easy victories. It is found in the moments where the vanguard holds the line.
Below is a deep blog post exploring the intersection of this "Vanguard" spirit and the ultimate symbol of military sacrifice. The Vanguard of Valor: Beyond the Medal of Honor
The vanguard is defined by its position at the edge of history. Whether it was the paratroopers of the at Arnhem or the Union sailors during the Civil War who first received the Medal of Honor in 1861, these individuals shared a common trait: they stepped forward when others stepped back.
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