Two Service Members Receive Medal of Honor
The nation's highest military honor was bestowed upon Chief Warrant Officer 5 Eric Slover of the Army and retired Navy Capt. Royce Williams. The announcement occurred at the conclusion of the State of the Union address.
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Washington D.C. – Army Chief Warrant Officer 5 Eric Slover and retired Navy Capt. Royce Williams received the Medal of Honor, it was announced at the conclusion of the State of the Union address. President Donald J. Trump made the announcement, formally recognizing their actions.
The Medal of Honor is the United States military's highest award for valor. It is awarded to service members who distinguish themselves conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of their lives above and beyond the call of duty.
Specific details regarding the actions that led to Slover's and Williams' recognition were not immediately available during the announcement. Further information regarding the acts of bravery that earned them the award is expected to be released by the Department of Defense.
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