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World War II soldier receives commendation.

Commendation

Army 1st Lt. Garlin Conner receives a commendation during World War II. Conner risked his life against insurmountable odds the morning of Jan. 24, 1945, in the woods of eastern France. For his actions, he posthumously received the Medal of Honor in a White House ceremony, June 26, 2018. Courtesy photo

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