March 2 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to three soldiers from three different wars -- World War II, Vietnam and Afghanistan -- during a White House ceremony Monday.
Those honored with the highest military award for valor were Master Sgt. Roderick "Roddie" Edmonds, retired Command Sgt. Maj. Terry Richardson and Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis. Edmunds and Ollis were given the award posthumously. Edmonds died in 1985 in Knoxville, Tenn., while Ollis died in 2013 in Afghanistan.
"Today, the President had the distinct honor of presenting three new Medals of Honor to members of the United States Army. This powerful moment once again made clear that honoring the bravest among us is not a partisan issue, but one that unites us through treasured American values," said Cory Crowley, National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation executive vice president, in a statement. "Though their stories are different, all three of these men displayed remarkable selflessness that represents the very best of our nation. We are proud to be able to preserve their legacies at the National Medal of Honor Museum and inspire future generations with the power of their example."
The three recipients each saved lives with their actions during war.
