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14 Jun

John Henry Quick earned the Medal of Honor for heroism at the Battle of Cuzco, Cuba, during the Spanish-American War

Fifty-seven West Virginians have received the Medal of Honor since its creation by act of Congress on July 12, 1862, during the Civil War. The Medal of Honor is awarded for bravery above and beyond the call of duty to members of its military and n...

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