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President Barack Obama applauds after awarding the Medal of Honor to retired Army Capt. William D. Swenson during a ceremony at the White House, Oct. 15, 2013. Swenson received the medal for his efforts during combat operations in Afghanistan’s Kunar province, Sept. 8, 2009.

MEDAL OF HONOR MOMENT

President Barack Obama applauds after awarding the Medal of Honor to retired Army Capt. William D. Swenson during a ceremony at the White House, Oct. 15, 2013. Swenson received the medal for his efforts during combat operations in Afghanistan’s Kunar province, Sept. 8, 2009.

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