For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his or her life above and beyond the call of duty. Meet the living recipients: 
The Navy Medal was the first design and authorized. Originally only for enlisted men, officers became elegible in 1915. It is called the Navy and Marine Corps' Medal of Honor. 307 Navy personnel received the Medal for actions in the Civil War. The most recent Medals were awarded posthumously to Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy, and Master-at-Arms Second Class (Sea, Air and Land) Michael A. Monsoor, for actions in the War on Terrorism.
Meet the heroes of past and present who have demonstrated bravery, gallantry and sacrifice above and beyond the call of duty.
The Medal of Honor Character Development Program incorporates the ideals of courage and selfless service into the middle and high school curriculum to build character and promote responsible citizenship. Learn more »
Just as the Medal of Honor itself has grown and developed since 1862, so to has the society that represents the men who wear it. Learn about our Society, the Foundation and the Museum.
