Medal of Honor Monday: Army Cpl. Sidney Manning
July 28, 2025
July 28, 2025
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news:
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Medal of Honor Monday: Army Cpl. Sidney Manning
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During World War I, Army Cpl. Sidney Earnest Manning took charge of his platoon after his superiors fell during a major Allied counteroffensive. Manning survived the fight despite suffering several injuries. For his leadership and bravery, he received the Medal of Honor.
Manning was born July 17, . . .
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Medal of Honor Monday: Army Cpl. Sidney Manning
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During World War I, Army Cpl. Sidney Earnest Manning took charge of his platoon after his superiors fell during a major Allied counteroffensive. Manning survived the fight despite suffering several injuries. For his leadership and bravery, he received the Medal of Honor.
Manning was born July 17, . . .