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There are indeed more MOH that have been given out than people who have received them. The reason is twofold. First, nineteen (19) people have been awarded two (2). Also, the Unknown US soldiers from WWI, WWII and Korea have each been given one.

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Since it's creation in 1862 during the American Civil War, there have been just short of one thousand Medals of Honor awarded.

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Seventeen as the USAF and 59 if the Army Air Corps is included. A full and comprehensive list of ALL recipients can be found at : (See the Link Below)

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3,447 MOH have been awarded

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