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Army Staff Sgt. Ty Michael Carter wears the Medal of Honor around his neck during a ceremony to honor him at the Pentagon, Aug. 27, 2013.

Army Staff Sgt. Ty Michael Carter wears the Medal of Honor around his neck during a ceremony to honor him at the Pentagon, Aug. 27, 2013.

Army Staff Sgt. Ty Michael Carter wears the Medal of Honor around his neck during a ceremony to honor him at the Pentagon, Aug. 27, 2013.

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