Biden Awards Medal of Honor to Five Korean War Soldiers

President Joe Biden posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor to five minority soldiers from the Korean War, including General Richard E. Cavazos, the first Hispanic four-star general in U.S. history. Cavazos, who led a company during a fierce battle in 1953, was recognized for his acts of gallantry and selflessness in rescuing injured soldiers under heavy enemy fire. The ceremony also included two Vietnam veterans whose Distinguished Service Cross awards were upgraded to the Medal of Honor. The initiative aims to highlight the contributions of minority service members who may have been overlooked in the past. The awards come as part of ongoing efforts to rectify historical injustices in military recognition. Cavazos' legacy is further honored by the renaming of Fort Hood to Fort Cavazos in his memory.