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\n What makes a person face almost certain death to save the lives of others? Where does one find the strength to endure unspeakable acts of torture at the hands of an enemy and not lose the will to survive? Would we\u2014if put into the same situation\u2014be capable of such heroism? Medal of Honor<\/em> reveals the almost inconceivable acts of those few heroes who answered \u201cYes!\u201d<\/p>\n

Produced, directed, and filmed by Roger Sherman, the 90-minute PBS special traces the history of the medal. We\u2019re at Baghdad airport when Sgt. Paul Smith dies protecting his company. We meet a Holocaust survivor who, in the Korean War, single-handedly defends a hill from advancing enemy forces. A Navy SEAL takes us back to the day in Vietnam when he swam for two hours in the ocean, carrying his wounded comrades and saving their lives. A Marine at Iwo Jima recounts his solo attacks that silenced seven Japanese bunkers with a flamethrower, clearing a path for his decimated, demoralized company.<\/p>\n


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Be sure to check out the online extras\u2014including clips from the film and the stories of a dozen men who were awarded the medal\u2014the links for which you’ll find in the menu on the left.<\/span><\/p>\n

Running time: 90 minutes.<\/p>\n

Purchase This Film<\/a><\/p>\n

What the Critics Had to Say<\/h4>\n

“An astounding array of stories about an unbelievable collection of unexpected heroes. \u2026 This special is\u2026so awe-inspiring\u2026that, if I could, I would award it four Medals of Honor. It is that good and that honest. \u2026 Do yourself a favor. Don’t miss it.” \u2014Linda Stasi, New York Post<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

“That rare thing\u2014a film shot through with the most emotional of themes that succeeds in rendering portraits of unimaginable heroism with discipline and dignity. \u2026 Along with story after story of heroic enterprise, accompanied by relevant, splendid footage, this film\u2026provides a hard-minded account of the medal’s history.” \u2014Dorothy Rabinowitz, The Wall Street Journal<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

“The top-notch documentary\u2026both celebrates and demystifies the blue ribbon and small hunk of metal. \u2026 Embedded in Medal<\/em> are gem-like mini-profiles.” \u2014Tony Perry, Los Angeles Times<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

“It\u2019s a must-see for war buffs, and its tales of valor are an effective boost for those craving optimism about a troubled country.\u00a0 B+” \u2014Kate Ward, Entertainment Weekly<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

“A story of humanity at its best. \u2026 Alfre Woodard narrates the deeply moving documentary that expertly matches gut-wrenching footage of war to the veterans’ stories.??” \u2014Jacqueline Cutler, Tribune Media Service (syndicate)<\/strong><\/p>\n

“Producer\/director Roger Sherman was wise to allow the program’s preamble to be handled by John Finn, Pearl Harbor hero and salty dog of the first and highest order. \u2026 All in all, there won’t be anything else more worth your while on TV that night. I checked.” \u2014Phil Mushnick, New York Post<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

“Sherman’s film arrives as an antidote for spiritual cynicism, a bracing potion that serves not merely to treat our Election Day hangover, but to remind us why so many continue to believe in American exceptionalism.” \u2014Tom Jackson, Tampa Tribune<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

“A breathtaking look at a rare breed.” \u2014TV Week<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

“Yes, there’s a lot of junk on TV. But the medium can also rise to the occasion quite beautifully. \u2026 The richly drawn stories will stay with you for a long time after you turn off the set.” \u2014MSNBC<\/strong><\/p>\n

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