Legion of Merit
Americannoun
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The latter received a Congressional Medal of Honor and the former a Legion of Merit award for Extraordinary Heroism.
From BBC ● Feb. 25, 2026
For the record, Sherman has served our country for decades, earning along the way the prestigious Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star and the Meritorious Service Medal among other accolades.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2025
Kerry Kachejian of Delray Beach, a West Point graduate who served in Iraq, arrived for his portrait session wearing three medals he was awarded during his service: Legion of Merit, Bronze Star and Meritorious Service.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 10, 2023
He was a special warfare operator first class and held among his commendations a Legion of Merit award, as well as campaign medals for service in Iraq and Afghanistan.
From New York Times ● Jan. 20, 2023
His military decorations included two Silver Stars, two awards of the Legion of Merit, the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Bronze Star Medal and two Purple Hearts.
From Washington Post ● May 27, 2020
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