What are John McCain's awards or prizes?

Answer 1

His 17 military awards and decorations include the Silver Star, Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star and Navy Commendation Medal, for actions before, during, and after his time as a POW. His was in the Navy from 1954 to 1981. McCain was awarded a Silver Star Medal for resisting "extreme mental and physical cruelties" inflicted upon him by his captors. He was taken prisoner in October of 1967 and freed in March of 1973. He earned his Bronze Star in October of 1967 for a mission over an airfield in Phuc Yen, 11 miles north of Hanoi. The citation for his Distinguished Flying Cross states: "Although his aircraft was severely damaged, he continued his bomb delivery pass and released his bombs on the target. When the aircraft would not recover from the dive, Commander McCain was forced to eject over the target."

Answer 2

he has received the highest award from EVERY veteran organization in America. so he said.

Answer 3

John McCain's naval honors include the Silver Star, Bronze Star, Legion of Merit, Purple Heart and the Distinguished Flying Cross.