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President Truman created the Medal of Freedom in 1945 to recognize civilians for their efforts during World War II. President Kennedy reinstated the medal in 1963 to honor service in a time of peace: "for especially meritorious contribution to (1) the security or national interests of the United States, or (2) world peace, or (3) cultural or other significant public or private endeavors" (Executive Order 11085 dated Feb. 22, 1963).
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Did Barbara Jordan win that Medal of Freedom?
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The presidential medal of freedom
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Medal of Freedom for Civilians
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Glenn P. Hogan has written: 'The Presidential Medal of Freedom' -- subject(s): Presidential Medal of Freedom, Biography
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He was given the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Reagan posthumously in 1983
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Roberto Clemente
Did neil Armstrong ever get the presidential medal for freedom?
1969
What is the highest nonmilitary award?
The US Presidential Medal of Freedom
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He became chairman, and later chairman emeritus, of the Partnership for a Drug-Free America. For his work with the organization Burke was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom,
