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K-101101 Michael E. Thornton

Navy Engineman First Class Michael E. Thornton receives the Medal of Honor from President Richard Nixon at the White House, for heroic action in Vietnam.
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Title: Michael E. Thornton
Description: Navy Engineman First Class Michael E. Thornton receives the Medal of Honor from President Richard Nixon at the White House, for heroic action in Vietnam.
Accession #: 80-G-K
Catalog #: K-101101
Copyright Owner: National Archives
Original Date: 1973-10-15
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  • Vietnam Conflict 1962-1975
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