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The Gettysburg Hero Who Waited 151 Years for the Medal of Honor

The Gettysburg Hero Who Waited 151 Years for the Medal of Honor

Update: 2025-08-27
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On this episode of Our American Stories, Alonzo Cushing was just 22 years old when he fell at Gettysburg, standing firm as Confederate troops charged across the field. His courage earned him the respect of his men, but not the honor he deserved. More than 150 years later, advocates carried his name all the way to the White House to secure the Medal of Honor.

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The Gettysburg Hero Who Waited 151 Years for the Medal of Honor

The Gettysburg Hero Who Waited 151 Years for the Medal of Honor

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