presidential medal
Commander's civilian award
A presidential medal is an award bestowed by a head of state, typically for distinguished service, achievement, or contribution to the nation.
In the United States, the most prominent are the Presidential Medal of Freedom, honoring civilians, and the Medal of Honor, the military's highest decoration: She received a presidential medal for her humanitarian work.
- honorHigh regard, moral dignity
- ceremonyFormal event marking occasions
- Rose GardenWhite House grounds feature
- Oval OfficePresident's formal workspace
- East RoomWhite House reception hall
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- medalsservice award, Bronze Star, Navy Cross, Iron Cross, Purple Heart
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Award for armed forces
combat medal · Purple Heart · Medal of Honor · Bronze Star · Silver Star
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Charging officials with misconduct
criminal indictment · federal prosecution · public condemnation · disbarment · exile
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Punitive military separation
court-martial · criminal indictment · public condemnation · impeachment · military decoration
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